It’s the most frustrating alarm of all. You wake up at the same time, every single night, with your mind racing. You're not alone.
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But why does it happen? Is it just stress? Is it your sleep cycle? Let’s find out.
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It's your body's stress hormone, cortisol. It naturally rises in the morning to help you wake up.
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But when you're stressed, anxious, or have poor sleep hygiene, your body can release that cortisol spike too early.
That sudden surge of cortisol jolts you awake. Your mind, now on high alert, immediately floods with the day's worries.
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Your 3 AM wake-up isn't a problem, it's a message. Your body is telling you it's time to deal with your stress.
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Awareness is the first step. When you wake up, practice a simple breathing technique to calm your nervous system.