Early Morning Waking

The recommended wake time is approximately 5:00 AM. Early morning waking becomes a problem not because of the waking itself, but because of the emotional and cognitive response to it. Frustration and anxiety following early waking perpetuate continued wakefulness, creating a cycle of increasing alertness. Waking at 5:00 AM allows one hour for morning hydration before walking begins at 6:00 AM. Going to bed early and waking early is a foundational part of the recommended daily routine. Reframing early morning waking as an opportunity to relax and plan the day breaks the anxiety cycle.