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Do you have a system like this, and is it worth it? A study found waking up to a little sunlight can make a big difference. But you need automatic curtains to do it right.
Researchers in Japan found we wake up feeling less groggy and more alert if we let in a little sun exactly 20 MINUTES before our alarm goes off.
Opening your curtains after you’re up doesn’t do it. And unless you’re waking up right after dawn, leaving them open all night can actually make things worse.
They found 20 minutes before your alarm is the sweet spot. So automatic curtains are the only practical solution for most people.
You can buy gadgets now for $150 to $200 that work on a timer and make your existing curtains automatic.
The study found sunrise alarm clocks that use artificial light don’t work as well. Natural sunlight is best.
