The cycle of our sleep reveals to us the state of our mind. Do you tend to wake up at the same time every night? The explanation is below.
Apart from the physical aspect, the body is a very sophisticated energy system in its own right and a dysfunction created in this system will lead to physical disorders. There is undoubtedly a synergy between the physical and the energies that pass through the body, in particular what are called in traditional Chinese medicine the energy meridians, these energy flows at the level of the meridians where acupuncture and acupressure are practiced.
The body’s energy channels are linked to a biological clock system. These channels represent an energizing force for different parts of the body at various times of the day.
Chronobiology, for example, describes this phenomenon as a 24-hour cycle that is divided into twelve parts with an average duration of 2 hours during which energy moves from one organ to another in order to regulate our biological and behavioral functions. The deregulation of this rhythm causes sleep disorders and significant physiological disturbances, which explains these awakenings.
Knowing that the organs of the body are interdependent, the movement of energy according to each organ at a specific time will help us to locate the organ that is trying to alert us via these awakenings.
Having trouble sleeping between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. could be a sign of stress:
This is the time when the majority of people usually go to bed. If you have trouble falling asleep between these two hours, this is an indication of excess stress. Meditation, mantras and relaxation exercises are highly recommended in this case.
Waking up between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. could be the result of emotional disappointment
Traditional Chinese medicine explains that this time coincides with the activity of the meridian energy of the gallbladder. Waking up at this time could mean that there is emotional disappointment and that it is advisable to work on oneself, whether in terms of forgiveness or self-acceptance.
Waking up between 1 and 3 a.m. can hide anger
The meridian energies are connected with the liver, waking up at this time could be associated with anger and an excess of Yang energy. To sleep in peace, take possession of the situation that made you angry, drink a glass of cold water, go back to sleep peacefully.
Waking up between 3 and 5 a.m. can mean that your higher power is reaching out to you
During this time slot, the meridian is connected to the lungs as well as to the emotions of sadness. If you wake up at this time, it is because your higher power is alerting you to your situation in order to guide you towards your goals. To get back to sleep, do breathing exercises and a prayer.
Waking up between 5 a.m. and 7 a.m. is associated with emotional blockages
The flow of energy between these two hours is that of the large intestine, if you get up at this time, it means that you have blockages at the level of emotions the meridian energy of the gallbladder. Do stretching or a trip to the bathroom to help you get back to sleep.
The body is really fascinating, if we learn to observe it and listen to what it is trying to tell us, perhaps we could be able to improve both aspects of our lives, physical and spiritual.
