It is scientifically proven that increased sun exposure improves our mood by regulating our serotonin, melatonin and circadian rhythms. This is why waking up with the sun can make us feel so good. From a Chinese Medicine perspective, when we rise with the sun we are rising with the Yang aspect of the day.

This Yang aspect is expanding, active, energetic, outward and light. Therefore, when we rise at this time we get an automatic boost in these qualities. This is also why when we snooze our alarm one too many times and miss that wave of Yang energy, we can feel groggy and more tired. I encourage you to watch Mother Nature’s magnificent show in the morning as a beautiful ritual as well as a free way to boost your mood.