The “5 to 9 before 9 to 5” trend involves waking up at 5 a.m. to engage in self-care activities before starting the workday. Psychologist Ramone Ford notes benefits such as improved physical health and better work-life balance but cautions that it may lead to sleep deprivation. “You may be more successful if you ease into it. Start by spending an hour filling your own cup,” says Ford. “The goal is finding balance, not keeping up with a trend.”
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[Source: AVMA Animal Health Smart Brief 21 February 2025]