Waking up in the middle of the night can be frustrating, especially when you have an early morning ahead. “When you have to be at work bright and early the next morning, it’s extremely unpleasant to wake up at an ungodly hour and find yourself unable to get back to sleep.”

According to the Chinese Medicine Clock, different hours of the night are linked to specific organs and emotions. If you wake up between 3:00 and 5:00 a.m., it may be a sign of a spiritual awakening. This time is also associated with the lungs, dream analysis, and memory retrieval. “If you ever find yourself jolted awake between the hours of 3 and 5 in the morning, it may be instructive to think back on the dreams you were having.”

The Witching Hour, between 3:00 and 4:00 a.m., is believed to be when supernatural forces are strongest. If you’re waking at this time, you might be progressing toward enlightenment. Meditation, yoga, and prayer can help you process messages from dreams. Other wake-up times may indicate emotional distress. Waking between 9:00 and 11:00 p.m. suggests stress, while 1:00 to 3:00 a.m. may indicate anger. Understanding these signals can help you manage emotions and improve sleep.