Do you find yourself waking up at the same time every night? Waking up between 3-5am can be an ascension symptom but if you find yourself waking up constantly around the same time each night, it could be because your body is trying to send you a message.
According to the ancient Chinese Medicine Body Clock, energy runs through a different meridian of your body at different times of day. These meridians are like channels which send energy to different organs in order to promote health and vitality.
When there is a blockage in these channels however, energy cannot pass through causing stagnation or a build up of energy. This can then disturb your sleep and wake you up. In Traditional Chinese Medicine if you wake up consistently at the same time, it could indicate a sign of weakness in the corresponding meridian or organ.
Here is a list of the organs associated with different times:
BETWEEN 9PM-11PM
This is the time when most of us try to fall asleep. If you have a hard time sleeping between this time it could be that your body is too stressed and is subconsciously in fight or flight mode.
You may also find that your fearful or anxious thoughts become louder and make you feel either threatened or unsafe in some way.
This is the time of day when energy is also sent to replenish your immune system, so if you are feeling ill you may experience stronger symptoms at this time.
If you find yourself having trouble sleeping at this time, try reciting positive mantras that make you feel safe and protected.
You may also benefit from meditating or adopting a night time ritual to help calm your mind.
BETWEEN 11PM-1AM
The meridian that services your gall bladder is activated during these hours.
Blocked energy in this meridian could indicate that you are being too judgmental with yourself or with others.
If you have been disappointed by a loved one you may also feel triggered at this time.
On a physical level, the gall bladder helps the break down of fats so it could also be that you need to adjust your fat intake or eat healthier oils.
In order to relax yourself at this time, try practicing acceptance and forgiveness and being less judgemental towards your self and others.