Tips to Adjust to Daylight Saving Time

TLDRGet ready for daylight saving time by following these tips: adjust your sleep schedule gradually, get more light exposure in the morning, engage in gentle movement, and stay hydrated.

Key insights

💡It takes time for our bodies to adjust to the time change caused by daylight saving time.

Making small adjustments to sleep schedule before daylight saving time can reduce its impact on sleep.

🌞Get some light exposure in the morning to help adjust to the time change.

🏃Engage in gentle movement, like going for a walk, to help adjust to the time change.

💧Stay hydrated to alleviate the dehydrating effects of losing an hour of sleep.

Q&A

How can I adjust to the time change caused by daylight saving time?

You can adjust to the time change by gradually adjusting your sleep schedule, getting light exposure in the morning, engaging in gentle movement, and staying hydrated.

Why is it important to adjust to the time change?

Adjusting to the time change can help reduce the impact on your sleep and overall well-being.

What can I do to get more light exposure in the morning?

You can open up your shades and let in natural light or use a light therapy lamp.

Why is gentle movement beneficial in adjusting to the time change?

Engaging in gentle movement, like going for a walk, can help regulate your sleep-wake cycle.

How does staying hydrated help alleviate the effects of losing an hour of sleep?

Staying hydrated can help prevent dehydration, which can worsen the effects of sleep deprivation.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Springing forward for daylight saving time means losing an hour of rest.

00:05Texas sleep experts recommend making small adjustments before the time change to reduce its impact on sleep.

00:20Tips to help adjust to the time change: get light exposure in the morning, engage in gentle movement, and stay hydrated.

01:06Some people advocate for staying in daylight saving time, while others prefer standard time.

01:26Sleep experts suggest getting at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night, or taking a power nap if needed.