Many people wake up during the night without noticing. But if you often wake between 3 and 5 a.m. and struggle to fall back asleep, there may be deeper reasons behind it.

“Some awakenings last just a second, while others are long enough to interrupt your sleep,” the article explains. These interruptions might be linked to the natural sleep cycle, especially REM sleep, which becomes more active in the early morning hours. Sleep apnea and aging are also common causes.

However, there’s a more spiritual explanation. This time window is known as the “Witching Hour,” a moment when people may feel a strange energy or “awakening.” According to ancient Chinese medicine, the body’s energy (Qi) flows through meridians tied to different organs at specific times. Between 3–5 a.m., the Lung meridian—which symbolizes freedom—is most active, followed by the Large Intestine meridian, which is linked to detox.

“If you keep waking up at this time, ask yourself if something is troubling you,” the article suggests. It could be your body’s way of sending a message.

Please share this insight with others who may be experiencing the same thing.