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Seize the Extra Hour: A Guide to Making the Most of Daylight Saving Time

Daylight saving time ends soon! What will you do with your extra hour?

By Melissa KirschSource: nytimes.com1 min read

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As we bid farewell to daylight saving time, it's a perfect opportunity to reflect on how we use our time. Will you embrace self-improvement or simply indulge in good sleep?

As the sun's rays grow shorter and the clocks fall back, many of us find ourselves pondering how to spend that welcomed extra hour. The upcoming end of daylight saving time invites us to contemplate not only the change in our clocks but also how we choose to fill our days as winter approaches.Each year, I eye that extra hour with high hopes of transformation. This time, I dream of waking up early to meditate, exercise, or cook a healthy breakfast—instead of rolling over for "just a few more minutes" of sleep. But reality often wins out, and my good intentions fade in the warmth of my blankets.It's just one hour, yet it sparks thoughts about productivity and how precious our time is, especially when daylight is limited. Perhaps we can use this twice-yearly event as a motivation to check off simpler tasks, like changing smoke detector batteries or jotting down a list of goals we want to tackle with our newfound hour.Alternatively, we could relish the luxury of sleeping in without pressure. Let’s take a cue from fellow readers who suggest delaying the clock change to relive a cherished moment. Whether it’s an extra cup of coffee with friends or a cozy afternoon nap, creatively reclaim your hour as the days grow darker.

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