A good night’s sleep is something most people rely on to feel refreshed, focused, and productive. Yet many find themselves unexpectedly awake between 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., even when they went to bed at a reasonable hour. Waking during this time can leave a person feeling tired the next day, unsure why their rest was interrupted. While it may seem like an inconvenience or simply an inconsistent sleep schedule, this specific period of wakefulness has long captured people’s curiosity. Interestingly, both cultural traditions and modern scientific research acknowledge that this early-morning window is unique in the human sleep cycle. Continue reading…
