To wake up during the night happens to most of us, and we can all agree it can be frustrating.
However, when this happens, doctors warn that we should avoid doing one thing that prevents us from falling back asleep.
Dr. Biquan Luo, CEO of LumosTech, spoke of this issue with The New York Times, and shared a tip for those who tend waking up in the middle of the night.
“Checking the time can increase stress and make it harder to sleep. Additionally, if you check the time on your phone, the contents of the phone may be too stimulating, which further prevents you from relaxing and falling asleep,” Dr. Luo said.
Lying awake and tossing and turning for what may feel like forever before we are able to doze off again can be irritating. So, in order to keep ourselves entertained until drifting back to sleep, we tend to scroll through the social media.
Dr. Luo, however, strongly advises against doing that. “If you can’t fall back asleep after 10 or 15 minutes, it’s time to get out of bed. Try going to a quiet and comfortable place at home, like the couch, and engage in a quiet, low-stimulation activity, such as reading a book or doing a calming activity, until you feel sleepy again – then return to bed.”
He adds that the phone’s bright light and endless stimulation can only make the process of getting back to sleep even more difficult.
Shifting our focus on something more calming if we wake up during the night is a tip another expert, Dr. Fiona Barwick, who leads the Sleep & Circadian Health Program at Stanford University School of Medicine, suggests.
“Thinking about the fact that you’re not sleeping can rouse your mind and make you more anxious. A better move is to accept your situation – don’t resist being awake – and find an alternative focus,” she says.
Sleep specialist Luis F. Buenaver says staying in bed while wide awake can do more harm than good.
“Doing this will lead your brain and body to associate your bed with wakefulness instead of with sleep.
“It can be difficult leaving a warm, comfortable bed after waking up in the middle of the night. But think of this step as an investment in better sleep – if not tonight then tomorrow night and in the future.
“Sit in a comfortable chair in another room.”
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Weekly Horoscope: March 10– March 16, 2025
This week brings a mix of magnetic vibes, reality checks, and cosmic shake-ups. Some moments will feel like a date with destiny, while others will demand patience and grounding. Let’s get into it…
March 11th kicks off with Mercury conjunct Venus, making conversations flow effortlessly. Your words have that extra charm and persuasion, so whether you’re socializing, flirting, pitching an idea, or just vibing creatively—don’t let this energy go to waste!
Then, on March 12th, the Sun connects with Saturn, and yeah… reality checks are coming in hot. Time to own where you’ve been dropping the ball, even if you’d rather not. No more excuses—the discipline and self-responsibility you embrace now will pay off later.
Eclipse Season officially kicks in on March 13th (PST) / 14th (EST) with a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo. Think of this as a cosmic reset, pushing you to refine your habits, health, and how you want to be of service to others. Eclipses are wildcards, so stay open and trust you’re being guided toward the right direction—the one that aligns with your highest timeline (wink wink).
Finally, on March 14th (PST) / 15th (EST), Mercury goes retrograde for the next few weeks, starting in Aries. Not everything needs to be a verbal battle, so choose your words and your fights wisely. Use this time to reflect, reassess, and clear up any misunderstandings. Avoid rushing into anything new—patience will be your best friend.
Your Zodiac Sign’s Weekly Horoscope
Aries
Get ready for some eye-opening revelations that’ll inspire you to leave old habits behind, step up your game, and take control of your life. Consider this a cosmic nudge to get organized—whether it’s your schedule or self-care routine—so you can upgrade to a more efficient, aligned version of yourself.
Taurus
Let your creativity run wild! Obsessing over being “perfect” is sucking the joy out of it and blocking your flow. Embrace the chaos, the quirks, and the messy ideas—because that’s where the magic happens. Creativity loves imperfection! Let go of needing everything to look polished and just do it.
Gemini
You know those voices—the ones that say, ‘You should be doing this’ or ‘You’re not doing it right,’ the ones drilled into you growing up? Well, now’s the time to kick those narratives to the curb. Stop chasing approval, forget meeting everyone else’s standards, and start choosing you!
Cancer
Stop obsessing over how you should communicate. You don’t need all the answers or to sound perfect. Instead of over analyzing, trust your words and let them flow. Not everyone will agree with you, and that’s okay. Say what you want to say, even if it’s a little messy.
Leo
The universe is ready to deliver next-level abundance, but you might be blocking it if you’re undervaluing yourself. Those old beliefs about not being ‘good enough’ or ‘perfect enough’? Total BS. They’re only holding you back. Ditch ‘em and own your true value—you’ve got bigger things waiting.
Virgo
The world doesn’t need another copy of someone else—it needs you, exactly as you are. But here’s the thing: you’re the one getting in your own way. Time to shut down that inner critic that’s been dimming your shine. Stop hiding behind impossible expectations and just let yourself be.
Libra
Brace yourself for some deep but necessary discoveries. Hidden fears, old wounds, and those self-sabotaging habits you’ve been dodging? They’re demanding your attention. No more sidestepping the tough stuff—the only way out is through. Give yourself some grace. Healing isn’t always pretty, but it’s totally worth it.
Scorpio
True friends don’t care how perfect you are—they accept you for the good, the bad, and the ugly. And it’s a two-way street. Let go of any need to fit into a group or follow trends just to be accepted. Cut ties with anyone who’s draining your life force.
Sagittarius
Throw those suffocating success standards in the trash already! If your career or image is built on outdated ideas or other people’s opinions, it’s time to clear the slate and get real with yourself. Quit letting anyone define what success looks like—you’re the only one who gets to do that.
Capricorn
You’ve got high standards for yourself, which is awesome, but sometimes they can hold you back a smidge. The key is striving for progress, not perfection. Take this as your chance to course-correct and make room for some upgrades. You’re more than ready and capable—stop second-guessing yourself!
Aquarius
You know those deep emotional connections—where trust, intimacy, and vulnerability are on the table? Well, this is the moment to either level up or face the music. If you’ve been hiding behind thick brick walls, this energy will push you to confront your fears and open up.
Pisces
If you’ve been holding yourself (or others) to impossible standards, here’s your cue to let that pressure go. Perfectionism is overrated. Embrace the real, and sometimes messy, relationships you’ve got—that’s where it’s at. Whether romantic, business, or platonic—drop the judgment. It’s blocking the true connections you’re really after.