What It Means If You Wake Up At The Same Time Every Night

Waking up at the same time every night, hours before the alarm goes off, can be annoying. However, in a way, the irritating habit is a good thing, as it is an internal clock telling the body something is off.

But what exactly is the Chinese feng shui body clock? Keep reading to find out!

The Chinese Feng Shui Body Clock

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While many people are familiar with the internal biological body clock, that pesky thing that has them waking up at six in the morning on weekends, most have never heard of the Chinese feng shui body clock.

This particular clock has everything to do with energy, particularly something called "qi" energy.

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Qi Energy Is Moved Around Kind Of Like Furniture In Feng Shui

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Feng shui is the art of balance, with people typically using the practice in interior design. The Chinese feng shui body clock is very similar.

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Instead of moving around furniture, it all has to do with the body and qi energy being dispersed to different organs at various times in the day.

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Qi Energy Moves Every 120 Minutes

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In the Chinese feng shui body clock, it is said that qi energy moves from organ to organ every 120 minutes. So, if a person finds themselves waking up at the same time every night, it very well might be an internal sign from the body.

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Because of this, it's important to learn which 120-minute (two-hour) timeframe represents which organ.

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9:00 p.m. To 11:00 p.m.: The Thyroid Gland

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In the hours between 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., a majority of adults are getting ready to go to bed. Unfortunately, there are some that find it hard to actually fall asleep during these hours.

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This is because the qi energy associated with the Chinese feng shui body clock is targeting the thyroid gland.

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The Thyroid Gland Is Responsible For Adrenaline

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As it turns out, the thyroid gland is responsible for producing numerous hormones, including a pesky one called adrenaline. And, truth be told, a solid majority of people aren't looking for an adrenaline rush when they are trying to rest for the night.

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If someone finds themselves unable to fall asleep between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., it very well may be because their adrenaline hormone levels are too high.

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There Are Ways To Help Relax That Adrenaline Rush

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According to the Chinese feng shui body clock, if people are experiencing issues falling asleep at the beginning of the evening, it is because they are stressed and need to face whatever is bothering them.

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Yoga Nidra, a form of sleep meditation, has also proved to help people peacefully fall asleep.

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11:00 p.m. To 1:00 a.m: The Gallblader

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Between the hours of 11:00 p.m and 1:00 a.m., qi energy make its way to the gallbladder.

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So, if people who can fall asleep when their head hits the pillow find themselves waking up in that 120-minute timeframe, the Chinese feng shui body clock suggests that the organ might be responsible.

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The Gallbladder Produces Bile To Break Down Food

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The gallbladder is located below the liver on the right side of the abdomen. The pear-shaped organ is responsible for releasing bile into the small intestine, helping break down food in the process.

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If a person wakes up between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m., it could very well mean something is off with their gallbladder.

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It's Connected To Feelings Of Fear And Bitterness

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In Chinese medicine, issues with the gallbladder have also been linked with feelings of concern or bitterness. On his website, Dr. Robert Keller explained the link between the gallbladder and feelings of bitterness.

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He said, "The gallbladder engenders the capacity for courage and bravery. In the West, we speak of having 'gall' to express this quality. Weakness in gallbladder function may manifest with a tendency towards fear and timidity."

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1:00 a.m. To 3:00 a.m.: The Liver

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It is very aggravating, waking up between 1:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. for no apparent reason. Well, according to the Chinese feng shui body clock, there is a reason. During this 120 minute timeframe, qi energy finds itself with the liver.

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But if a person is waking up while their liver is hard at work, there could be a reason why.

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The Liver Cleans Out Junk But Is Affected By Negative Energy

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The main function of the liver is to clean out toxins that have entered the body. It's an important job and not one that people want to be waking up during, especially on a night-to-night basis.

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According to Chinese medicine, waking up anywhere between 1:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. can very well be linked to feelings of negativity.

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Early Dinners And No Alcohol Or Caffeine

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Negative energy very well might be throwing someone's liver function off-balance, according to Chinese medicine. Thankfully, there are a few ways to help live function excel without waking up in the wee hours of the morning.

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First, eating dinner earlier, so the liver has less work to do, will help a person retain a peaceful slumber and restrain from drinking alcohol and caffeine.

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3:00 a.m. To 5:00 a.m.: The Lungs

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The next 120 period is between 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. During this time, people are typically dreaming while qi energy travels to their lungs.

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A person's lungs are working very hard between these hours, and if a person is waking up, it could be for a specific reason associated with these vital organs.

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The Lungs Are Associated With Sadness

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According to Chinese medicine, sadness and loss are closely associated with the lungs. So, for people waking up between three and five in the morning, it might mean they're upset about something that happened the previous day.

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When it comes to lung health, therapist Miriam Reyes believes there is a way to combat lung deficiencies.

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"Reevaluate The Philosophy By Which You Live"

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On her website, The Joy of Wellness, licensed therapist Miriam Reyes says, "Whenever you suffer from a lung deficiency and have any of the aforementioned symptoms, it is very important that you reevaluate the philosophy by which you live."

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"Find new ways of focusing on life and find alternatives for self-motivation. Learn more about yourself and about your spiritual power that lies within."

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5 a.m. To 7 a.m.: The Large Intestine

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The next timeframe on the Chinese feng shui body clock is from 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. During this time, some people are still resting and waiting for their alarm to sound.

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But for those who find themselves waking up before an alarm, it might be an issue with their large intestine.

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Waking Up During This Time Can Mean Emotional Distress

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Qi energy is working the large intestine during the hours between five and seven in the morning. Routinely waking up during this timeframe could be due to emotional distress.

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According to the Massachusetts Clinic Stepping Stone Acupuncture and Wellness, "An emotional imbalance in the large intestine energy could manifest... as an emotional tendency to not let things go."

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It Can Go From A Mental Blockage To A Physical One

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Chinese medicine believes that a large intestinal issue can be caused by a mental blockage, emotions, and personal baggage a person needs to deal with. Because of this, they'll constantly wake up between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.

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Not only that, but the mental blockage can also lead to a physical blockage, aka constipation.

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Mental And Physical Wellness Are Important

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Looking back at where qi energy travels throughout the night and into the early morning and why people wake up at odd hours, it's important to notice the common trend of mental and physical health awareness.

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As long as people are taking care of their bodies and minds, the Chinese feng shui body clock should be doing nothing more than regulating the functions of their organs.

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It's All About The Art Of Balance

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The Chinese feng shui body clock is the art of balance within one's system, have it be emotional or physical balance.

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Because of this, it is recommended to exercise regularly, eat healthy meals, and spend time with not only loved ones but also oneself, in order to reflect and forgive.