What are some of the effects that early sunlight exposure does to my day to day life?

Question

I have quite a bit of understanding about the relationship between sunlight and heightened productivity during the day. What’s in it for me, though?

Answer 1

Let's all appreciate the sheer effort of the illustrations, all hand-drawn. Also, this stuff just makes sense.

Answer 2

Optimal Morning Routine
1. Get natural light in your eyes within 1-hour of waking up, 5-10 minutes (Summer), 30 minutes (Winter)
2. Caffeine only after 60-90 minutes of waking up
3. Exercise after waking up, helps with afternoon crash
4. Ice shower wakes up the brain as it inc the adrenaline
5. Inc temp = awk, dec temp = aslp

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In the video does he recommend a coffee after your workout if you like to workout when you first get up?

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He didnt say anything about that, but my guess is if your work out is 60 minutes, you prolly want to wait an hour or 2 before drinking caffeine, because after working out, your heart is pumping, and caffeine increases your heart rate as well, so if you dont have a window between your workout and caffeine intake, you might put too much pressure on your heart. Also, dont drink caffeine 4 hours before sleep.

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He did say he likes caffeine during his workout but didn’t elaborate.

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just watch the video lol

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 - I find caffeine before a workout to be great for energy.

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I’ve lived between Australia and the USA for twenty years traveling between the two every few weeks. I’m a bit jet lagged half my life

Answer 3

As a person with ADHD that needs to get his basics straight or i cant do anything and im a depressed shit: This is one of my FAVORITE “motivational” videos. Being aware WHY something works is very motivating. Thank you! Also the drawings are a nice addition

Answer 4

1. Cortisol Boost: After waking up, get natural light in your eyes for 5-10 min, for the cortisol boost (sets alertness, focus, mood), also dopamine (drive hormone, not pleasure hormone, even helps in releasing adrenaline) 2:50


2. Clearing 'tiring' Adenosine: Caffine (delayed) and Exercise helps clear out adenosine (waste product of brain, makes feel tired, turns on the parasympathetic nervous system, gets cleared out during sleep and early sleepy state) 7:15

9:30 temperature rise leads to wake up


3. Temperature increase: The goal is to increase body temperature to wake up and decrease body temperature to fall asleep. Both cold shower and exercise helps in that 10:57

Surface temperature down => core body temperature up 11:30



All of these combine into releasing of the right hormones (adrenaline, dopamine, cortisol), to feel more alert and lively like a summer morning.

Answer 5

There has never been an After Skool video I have watched that did not bring immediate knowledge and have instant application in my life. I am so grateful for your work. You have a new Patreon sub.  Keep it up!

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Thank you! I appreciate you!

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I sometimes wonder if this channel is aware of what they're actually giving us with every video they put out. They've helped me in so many aspects of my life x

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hey! Is this the video you are talking about? https://youtu.be/LQRAfJyEsko

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I think they get it, check 2 comments up. lol

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The After Skool videos are a fantastic resource for gaining immediate, applicable knowledge. The blend of insightful content and engaging visuals makes learning both enjoyable and effective. Your gratitude and support for their work reflect the positive impact these videos have on viewers’ lives. It’s a testament to the power of accessible education in fostering personal growth and well-being. Keep absorbing and applying this knowledge for continued improvement.

Answer 6

“Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” ~ Benjamin Franklin

Answer 7

I love listening to Dr. Huberman. The drawings that illustrate what he is saying in this video are all original and perfect.

Answer 8

One of the most useful videos not just on YouTube but on any platform. Doing these things can literally save the lives of many humans.

Answer 9

Getting natural light within an hour of waking up can be such a huge game changer. I find having breakfast outside, whether that be in the garden, the local park or just sat on the porch, is really therapeutic before work and the hustle and bustle of the day begins, it's help me a lot with anxiety. Also, so true about cold showers, I started doing this a few years ago after I read an article about the benefits of taking cold showers in the morning and there's definitely a lot of truth in it. I always feel more positive, awake and refreshed after doing this

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Yes, but some people don’t have gardens or houses and live in apartments and are disabled, like me!

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​@@thomasceneri867 Open the curtain and sit by the window.

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are you being so passive aggressive?

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There was nothing passive aggressive in @thomasceneri867's comment. It would be interesting for you to think about why you found it so. It was a simple statement of fact, without any self-pity. It described how a lot of people live.

Answer 10

I’ve been doing all this for 2 months since finding Andrew and this has changed my life for the better

Answer 11

Wait, the fact that we feel better in summer because of a biochemical pathway triggered by UVB rays seriously blew my mind. And the fact that we can create "a summer feeling inside our bodies" is such a life hack. I feel an imperative need of doing a video about it ASAP.

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The impact of UVB rays on our mood and well-being is truly fascinating. The ability to replicate a “summer feeling” inside our bodies through light exposure is a game changer for managing seasonal and situational mood fluctuations. This insight highlights the importance of getting adequate sunlight and considering light therapy during darker months. Your enthusiasm to share this knowledge further can help others harness these benefits for better mental health.

Answer 12

I generally don't do new year's resolutions; but here is a good one. Much needed. Thank you

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Hope you are still doing it! Much succress!

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I stopped a while back

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Been one year, how’s it going for you? Was it difficult to maintain the routine you set for yourself or did it naturally evolve to fit your lifestyle

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I forgot what all of the routine entailed, and I've had other things going on my life that have gotten in the way ‍♂️ -- Was exercise part of it? I definitely stretch and exercise more in the mornings and that helps a lot. Also, cold showers.

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Did you do it? Give us an update

Answer 13

This episode truly highlights the power of foundational habits, especially around circadian rhythms and light exposure. The emphasis on getting natural sunlight in the morning as a way to align your body's clocks and boost dopamine and cortisol for the day is invaluable. The science behind how sunlight and light exposure affect mood, metabolism, and even hormone regulation is something I believe more people should integrate into their routines. Also, the idea of delaying caffeine to avoid the afternoon crash makes so much sense—it's such a small shift that can have a big impact on productivity and energy levels. Dr. Huberman, thank you for making the science behind daily practices so accessible and actionable!

Answer 14

Ok. I watched this video last night. The caffeine advice not only worked immediately, but I needed far less for even better results than what my usual intake provides. Unreal. I feel fully on point, no crash, no jitters from trying to beat the lethargy, just cruising.

Thank you and thank God for bringing this to my attention.

Answer 15

Thank you for these videos.  I am part  Cherokee Indian  and my grandpa  taught me many things exactly what you are discussing right  now as a small child with his love of nature.  I still apply his knowledge he imparted to me which has similarities  to what you are discussing now. Indigenous  cultures have great knowledge we all may learn from. Affectionately.  Reverence. ❤ Light ✨️ Running rivers of cold waters. Hot springs coming up from earth. Nature is the source.

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Aho young warrior!

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There is the man from Australia and you to look him up , Jeremy Corbin , I think, a biologist.  I am not good with cell phones, I have to get on line and listen more and get his books and videos . He gives a so much insight about natue in his explanation of how we originated, philosophy,  science,  animals. I think everyone should give this man some thought. I will get back to you his name is spelled wrong. I have to find him in my phone again. We are not bad, we are good, it is not in our genes. Science.  ❤Somehow I knew that intuitively as a child.

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Anna, great comment. I have always had an affinity to the Indian ways and I am glad your grandfather shared his knowledge with you and that you accepted it as truth instead of being brainwashed with outside crap. Always believe I. Yourself and your culture. Nature is the way.

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Why do you say Indian? Don’t you mean…native American?

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American? Lol

Answer 16

Your videos are always so relevant and the timing is impeccable

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Is that because you’re about to wake up ?

Answer 17

So the essential takeaway is:
-Sunlight
-Hydrate
-Some exercise like a morning run or some cardio
-Cold shower
-Delay caffeine intake so the crash/Adenosine rise lines up with your bedtime

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have you been tested for ADD /ADHD. Coffee and other stimulants making you tired is a very common symptom. I always feel like taking a nap after drinking coffee too.

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baby

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maybe caffeine just doesnt work the same on him

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quite possibly friend.

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i experience the “crash” in 20 minutes

Answer 18

There's a book called Hidden Time Wealth, and it talks about how using some secret techniques, you can overcome procrastination and accomplish anything in life. It's not just a bunch of empty promises; it's the real deal.

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Did you write it?? Or any of your friends or family?

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i have seen this same comment so many times on these types of videos lmfao

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If not for the comments, you got me there

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It's a bot

Answer 19

Huberman has absolutely changed my life

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Him and Lex are the goats

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Is there a meditation or quiet time component to his theories? Or is it all go, push, go, peak performance?

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Yes there is. He talks in some videos specifically about the problems of chronic stress and how to ameliorate them as well as the power of NSDR protocols. Go to his channel and look for videos with the title "Managing stress" and the one about "Cortisol and adrenaline" also touches on that topic. I have not watch them all so those two are the ones I know about.

Answer 20

this video is PACKED with information. well done this is incredible