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Daylight Saving Time (DST) can have a strong impact on people—both physically and psychologically. Even though it’s just a one-hour shift, it can disrupt the body’s internal clock (circadian rhythm) and trigger short-term and, in some cases, longer-lasting effects. Here is a breakdown of the most common impacts and how NuCalm can help:
1. I feel more tired or sluggish during the day.
Even a one-hour shift can disrupt your body’s circadian rhythm, the internal clock that regulates sleep and wake cycles. You may find yourself tossing and turning at night, waking up too early, or feeling groggy long after your morning coffee.
How NuCalm helps:
Research conducted at Harvard Medical School shows that 20 minutes of NuCalm Rescue or PowerNap is equivalent to 2-3 hours of deep, restorative rest. If you wake up feeling tired or groggy, use Rescue or PowerNap to start your day feeling refreshed and energized. You can also use Rescue or PowerNap in the afternoon to power through the afternoon slump and feel rejuvenated and refreshed for the rest of the day.
2. I find it harder to focus or stay sharp.
When your sleep-wake cycle is off, such as during Daylight Saving Time or when jet-lagged, it’s harder to concentrate. You might notice slower thinking, mental fatigue, or that “afternoon slump” hitting earlier than usual.
How NuCalm helps:
Use Rescue or PowerNap to make up a sleep debt and reset your circadian rhythm. Use a NuCalm Sleep Product to help you fall asleep and stay asleep. Rely on NuCalm Focus to help you minimize distractions and maximize productivity.
3. My mood feels off or I’m more irritable.
Seasonal transitions often amplify stress. The combination of darker mornings, disrupted sleep, and higher workloads before the holidays can leave you feeling irritable, anxious, or emotionally off-balance.
How NuCalm helps:
NuCalm Rescue is patented and clinically proven neuroacoustic software that solves stress by guiding your brain and body out of “fight-or-flight” mode and into a calm, restorative state. By slowing your heart rate, lowering cortisol levels, and activating the parasympathetic nervous system, NuCalm helps you feel grounded, centered, and in control—even when life feels chaotic.
4. I feel down or unmotivated with less daylight.
Shorter days mean less sunlight, and less sunlight can affect serotonin and melatonin production—chemicals that regulate mood and sleep. Many people experience lower energy or mild seasonal depression during this period.
How NuCalm helps:
NuCalm helps counteract these effects by supporting your body’s natural recovery systems, which translates to emotional and physical resilience. When your nervous system is calm, your hormones can rebalance, your mood stabilizes, and your body regains its natural rhythm. Pairing a regular Rescue routine with good sleep hygiene and other healthy habits, such as regular exercise and good nutrition, can further elevate your mood and resilience during the darker months.