In that tradition, waking between 1:00 and 3:00 a.m. is associated with the liver and emotions such as anger or frustration. Waking between 3:00 and 5:00 a.m. is linked with the lungs, grief, breathing, and emotional release.
Waking between 5:00 and 7:00 a.m. is traditionally associated with the large intestine and the idea of letting go of emotional burdens. These connections belong to traditional belief rather than modern medical science.
From a scientific perspective, repeated waking can have many ordinary explanations, so noticing patterns in sleep, routines, and health may be useful. The article suggests using nighttime waking as a reason to reflect on both physical habits and emotional well-being.
