equivalent to waking up the body with natural light
Yoga teacher Anadi Sharma ( certified in India) wakes up with a loud, sudden alarm bells, sending the body a panic reaction signal instead of the necessary calmness.
The body does not wake up naturally, and replacing the alarm with gentle sunlight will bring long-term health benefits.
Yoga teacher Sharma explains that sunlight naturally stimulates the body, helping to regulate cortisol levels, aid digestion, improve mood and restore the feeling of biological time. waking up with natural light also helps maintain a stable circadian rhythm, which is the foundation for energy, concentration and social connection throughout the day.
We think pressing the button is just a small matter, but it is actually an act of disrupting deep connectivity within oneself, Sharma emphasized.
Health risks of overusing smartwatches
Dr. Sudhir Kumar, an expert at Apollo Hospital (Hyderabad), cited research from UVA Nursing School, said that waking up due to an alarm can spike blood pressure by up to 74% compared to waking up naturally. This effect is even more serious for people who sleep less than 7 hours a night or have a history of cardiovascular disease.
He warned that sudden high blood pressure can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. At the same time, Dr. Sudhir Kumar also encourages building the habit of sleeping and waking up at the same time every day.
Over time, your body will automatically wake up naturally, helping you start the day alert and full of energy.
