Waking up unexpectedly in the middle of the night can be frustrating, especially when you feel you followed all the right steps for a peaceful evening routine. Yet many people find themselves awake between 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., often without any clear explanation. This specific window is significant because it occurs during one of the most delicate transitions in the sleep cycle. The brain and body are shifting between deeper and lighter stages of rest, which can make a person more sensitive to internal and external changes. As a result, waking at this hour is a common experience, often accompanied by feelings of alertness, restlessness, or even heightened emotions—even if the person falls back asleep soon after. Continue reading…
