What Chinese Medicine Says: A Body That Whispers.
What if it wasn’t your mind, but your body that was sending you a message? According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, each time slot corresponds to a specific organ. Guess what? Between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m., the Lung meridian is most active. And in this tradition, the lungs don’t just breathe: they are also linked to letting go, sadness, and the need for emotional release, according to Dr. Swann Hyunh, a practitioner of Chinese medicine.
Your awakening could therefore be an invitation to release what’s weighing you down, to make peace with certain emotions, or to listen to a deep need for change. Right after, between 5 and 7 a.m., the large intestine takes over: a symbol of detox, sorting, and elimination. In other words, your body probably has a message to convey…
How to transform this moment into a wellness ritual.
Rather than struggling to fall back asleep, why not take advantage of these quiet moments to reconnect with yourself? Here are a few gentle ideas to welcome these awakenings as an opportunity:
Mindful breathing: Inhale deeply, exhale slowly, and let your body settle.
A little journal: Jot down whatever comes to mind. Sometimes, writing reveals what the mind hides.
Gentle stretches: A few slow movements can release energy and relax the body.
Warm lemon water: A sip to gently awaken your elimination organs.
Meditative moment: Sit for a few minutes in silence… and listen.
