![]() This is true, by the way, of eating habits, exercise habits, clutter habits and more. Sleeping patterns are difficult to change, and so the gradual method works much better. Eventually you either make it through the tough times (it’ll take at least a week of suffering), or you crash and sleep in late and have to start over or you give up. The next day, you’ll have a big sleep deficit, and it’ll be even tougher (assuming you’re able to do it 2 days in a row). If you get up 1-2 hours earlier, on Day 1, then you’ll have a tough time, and not enjoy it. Sudden changes of an hour earlier or more in your waking time are difficult, and not likely to last. However, in my many experimentations, the most enjoyable and long-lasting change in sleeping schedules have been slow and gradual. That might seem too slow to most people, and you’re free to disregard this advice. normally, don’t suddenly change it to 6 a.m. The best method for changing the time you wake up is to do it gradually - 10-15 minutes earlier for 2-4 days, until you feel used to it, and then repeat. I’ve learned a thing or two about how to change your wake-up time with joy, and today I’ll share the most successful techniques in my many experimentations. Some months I enjoy rising with the sun, other times I’ll get up early on purpose for awhile and enjoy the extra quiet time. I haven’t written about waking early for awhile, mostly because my waking time is in constant flux. While you could do those things later in the day, most people don’t (with exceptions of course). Waking early can give you an hour or three of extra time for focus and creativity. The morning is quiet as the world hasn’t begun stirring, the perfect time for meditation, writing, exercise and some quiet reading. ![]() Waking early is one of my favorite things in the world. ‘The proper response to life is applause.’ ~William Carlos Williams By Leo Babauta
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