The dawn simulator alarm clock: between rest and good mood
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Back to school means returning to a routine without sleeping in. And we must admit, it can be difficult to get back into the swing of things, and the duvet often struggles to let us escape to our 9 to 5… At least, that was before I discovered the benefits of a sunrise simulator alarm clock! Because yes, in addition to giving us a little nudge to get out of bed, it helps us rise on the right side of the bed. Between rest and good vibes, here’s my review after a month of using this promising object for restorative sleep!
The sunrise simulator alarm clock: the perfect solution to feel rested and wake up on the right side of the bed?
After several years spent experimenting to improve my sleep quality, it seems I have finally found my perfect ally: the sunrise simulator alarm clock!
Indeed, after having entrusted my wake-up care to my phone for years, I decided about 2-3 years ago to switch to a physical alarm clock (an object I hadn’t used in over 10 years). This was for three reasons:
- To no longer have my phone on next to me all night (not great for health).
- To be able to turn off my phone in the evening to truly disconnect from digital/blue light – and not find myself mindlessly scrolling and taking quizzes at 1 AM to see which TV character I’d be.
- To stop overusing the snooze function on my phone.
However, even though the KUPONG alarm clock from IKEA seemed like a good solution, partly because it didn’t have a snooze function, I may have ended up surrounding myself with two KUPONGs, with two different alarms to turn off the first and sleep a little longer until the second rang… Well, not such a perfect solution.
That’s when I realized that an improvement phase was needed for this waking phase to avoid other tricks to stay under the duvet longer.
Inviting softness at waking
Upon reflection, one of the reasons waking up is so challenging could be explained by the brutality of traditional alarms. Thus, after several months of hesitation, I thought: why not try a sunrise simulator alarm clock to start my days more gently?
For those unfamiliar with this device, it is a light alarm clock that will gradually increase in light intensity to mimic the sunrise, then start ringing. This entire simulation phase allows it to act on our internal system (regulating hormones and circadian rhythm) to prepare for a more gradual and natural awakening. They also offer calmer melodies and sounds from nature to accompany your gentle awakening.
Result: after a month of using the sunrise simulator alarm clock, I already observe the benefits!
At first, I notice a clear difference in my morning energy. Having this warm and gradual lighting allows me to feel more awake upon rising and ready to start the day (unlike the foggy/groggy feeling with traditional alarms). Additionally, the lighting combined with melodies and available sounds invites a sense of calm and good humor (rather than a desire to smash our bedside table).
Thus, the miracle happened: I finally found the solution to wake up without fuss! And the benefits of this alarm clock don’t stop there.
When your alarm clock cares for your well-being
A sunrise simulator alarm clock will take care of your well-being throughout the day. Indeed, it can also be used as a light therapy ambient lamp. Placed in a room, these warm hues will affect your mood by compensating for the lack of natural light and sunshine, especially felt in autumn/winter. In addition to creating a cozy cocoon, these lamps can truly help reduce certain seasonal disorders, such as winter depression. We talked last week about the allure of orange-hued lamps.
Also, the way you access sleep impacts its quality. Here too, the sunrise simulator alarm clock will be your new ally by mimicking sunset to more naturally accompany your dive into the arms of Morpheus. The gradual decrease of lighting intensity (possibly complemented by a melody) will have a relaxing and meditative effect that you won’t be able to live without.
Summary: the sunrise simulator alarm clock is a true revelation for me and is now one of my essentials!
For reference, I chose an entry-level model: ARTINABS, -40€, discounted to -30€.
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