It's That Time Again! What to Know About Falling Back and Switching Your Clock This Year

Falling Back and Switching Your Clock

As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, we know that it's time to fall back and switch our clocks back one hour. This year, we'll be doing it on Sunday, November 6th at 2:00 AM.

Falling back is a good time to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and to change the batteries in your flashlights. It's also a good time to get your car's battery checked, and to make sure your tires are properly inflated.

Why Do We Fall Back?

We fall back to standard time in order to save energy. By moving our clocks back one hour, we make better use of natural daylight and reduce our reliance on artificial lighting.

Some research suggests that falling back may also be beneficial for our health. One study found that people who live in areas that fall back are less likely to experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that is triggered by the shorter days of winter.

Benefits of Falling Back

• Save energy
• Make better use of natural daylight
• Reduce our reliance on artificial lighting
• May be beneficial for our health

Downsides of Falling Back

There are also some downsides to falling back. One is that it can disrupt our sleep. When we fall back, we lose an hour of sleep, which can make us feel tired and groggy the next day.

Another downside of falling back is that it can make it harder to get out of bed in the morning. When it's dark outside, it's more tempting to stay in bed under the covers.

Tips for Falling Back

• Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends.
• Get plenty of sunlight during the day.
• Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed.
• Create a relaxing bedtime routine.
• Make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet, and cool.

Conclusion

Falling back is a good time to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and to change the batteries in your flashlights. It's also a good time to get your car's battery checked, and to make sure your tires are properly inflated. Falling back can also be beneficial for our health, but it can also disrupt our sleep and make it harder to get out of bed in the morning.