As we approach the first full weekend of March, we are reminded to “Spring Forward” with the return of Daylight Saving Time. Despite losing an hour of sleep, it’s a sure sign that warmer, brighter days are ahead of us! Losing an hour of sleep can be tough on our body’s clocks, so I did some online research for tips to help adjust: Go to bed early Saturday night, about 30 to 60 minutes. Gradually adjust your daily routines in the days ahead. Embrace the morning light, get outside Sunday Morning, natural light helps reset your circadian rhythm, and maintain a consistant wake up time, even on the weekends! In recent years, there’s been a debate about ending the Biannual clock changes, with many supporting the move. Many states have proposed bills to stop the switch; in the meantime, federal law still requires the change twice a year, unless a state opts into permanent standard time. The Canadian province of British Columbia has moved to adopt a permanent daylight savings time starting this March. So, in the meantime, “Spring Forward” this Saturday by setting clocks forward before you go to bed!
- Larry