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Leave a Question in the Comments2026-02-10
There's no single answer, but it often has to do with your body's natural sleep cycles. Around 3:00 AM, you transition between deep sleep and lighter REM stages. Stress, cortisol spikes, or even room temperature can nudge you awake right at that seam. You're not cursed — you're human.
2026-02-03
Short answer: the light isn't helping. But beating yourself up about it is worse. If you're going to look at your phone, keep the brightness way down and avoid doomscrolling. Better yet, try audio — a podcast, a meditation, even a boring audiobook. Let your eyes rest while your brain unwinds.
📺 From: Episode 11 — Counting Shadows
2026-01-27
Your brain is trying to solve problems it didn't finish during the day. One trick: keep a notepad by the bed. Write down whatever your brain is chewing on — even if it's nonsense. It signals to your mind that the thought is 'saved' and it can let go. Movement helps too: flex and release your toes ten times. It sounds silly but it redirects your nervous system.
📺 From: Episode 10 — Pillow Talk