Day 59 of 90 · Holidays
Protect sleep over the holidays
“Late nights happen. But I still get up within an hour of my usual time, and it saves my week.” — Kai
Today's action · 3 min
Look at the next few days and pick a wake-up time no more than about an hour later than your normal one. Set the alarm now, even on days off.
Why it works
The NHLBI advises keeping the same sleep schedule on weeknights and weekends, limiting the difference to no more than about an hour. Holidays are like a long weekend, so keeping your wake time close to normal makes it easier to get back on track in January.
Source: Sleep Deprivation and Deficiency: Healthy Sleep Habits (NHLBI (NIH))
Educational content, not medical advice. If you are struggling, contact a qualified professional (Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia, 988 in the US).