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This is something I have been researching. I feel like I am constantly tired even if I get 8 hours. The strange thing is I went on a 5 day hike earlier this year, no tech uncomfortable sleeping spots, no pillow yet I slept and woke up super refreshed.

My theory's are:

Could be related to physical activity, no tech, went to bed early and woke up before sunrise.

Anyone else have similar experiences?

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That is due to your exposure to sunlight, which helps set circadian rhythms. It's pretty well known that a bit of camping can help insomniacs or people with poor sleep.

Also, sunlight helps you wake up. I'm not a morning person, but when I went on an island holiday where the sun beamed into my room at around 5am, I never had any trouble waking up at that time. Also, I was spending all day outside, which supports my first point.

Aside from that, physical activity, and lack of artificial light exposure helped you fall asleep early.

> I feel like I am constantly tired even if I get 8 hours.

This is a classic symptom of hypothyroidism, maybe you should get your thyroid checked.

are you a doctor?

more like a patient... :P

I have similar problems and I'm certain technology kills my "natural" sleeping and living patterns. I'm not good with technology, but that's the only thing I know how to do and love... I'm thinking about leaving the technology all behind, even smartphones and casual things and start learning a trade like carpentry.

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