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Tom’s Guide
Tom’s Guide
Technology
Jenny Haward

Sunday scaries and holiday burnout — why you're waking up in the middle of the night and how to stop

A woman lying on her back in bed, awake at night with the cover pulled up over her chin.

Holiday season is officially beginning this week with the arrival of Thanksgiving. But while this season brings plenty of joy, and hefty discounts in Black Friday sales, it might not be so good for your sleep.

Why? Well, the clocks went back earlier in the fall, leading to darker evenings, and the colder seasons bring shorter days with less sunlight overall. This can disrupt your circadian rhythm, leading to poor sleep, and even winter insomnia.

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