Waking up between 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM is common and has historical and physiological significance.
Known as the “hour of the wolf,” this period is when sleep is deepest, nightmares feel real,
and the body reaches its lowest physiological state. Anxiety,
can intensify during this time, making it harder to fall back asleep.
Some cultures associate it with supernatural activity, calling it the “witching hour.”
Whether due to folklore or biology, this waking pattern can feel unsettling.
