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The phrase "Wake and fall asleep with the sun" is exactly me. My room is very sunny so the sunlight is my alarm, but i do like staying up to look at the moon sometimes
I got bear. The funny part is that nothing from the information of bears goes well with me. I usually go to sleep at 2-3 am and wake up 10-11 am. I can't go to sleep too early and I definitely cannot wake up easily before 9. And I don't drink coffee. And I am definitely introverted 🤣 Maybe I was a bear before and now, I'm something weird between dolphin and wolf, I guess.
Same for me. I definitely feel like my type is more so wolf than bear. I’m not a morning person by any means and my power time for getting things done is usually 1-7pm. I was shocked when it said bear was my type because it just doesn’t fit me at all! Definitely not extroverted AT ALL.
@@BorisG13 weird because for me, all kinds of other assessments for personality types, strengths finder, etc are all SPOT ON. This is the first time I’ve had something be so far off.
@@TheSleepDoctor he said "since a child". Same for me. My chronotype didn't change at all. The quiz also told me I'm a bear when I certainly am a wolf, or more like a cat in that regard. I sleep best when I sleep around 16 hours, like cats, regardless of that being healthy for humans or not. I am also able to sleep 24 hours if I want to, and I'm 31 years old now. Yes it's possible and I love it. It happens not nearly as much as it did when I was 16 or so, but it still happens. I think the quiz doesn't take nearly as many possibilities into considerations as it should. Not sure if it has anything to do with it but I think the quiz is very US-lifestyle biased, so as a German I can't relate at all with that. Might not mean anything though. Btw please don't take this to heart lol. It's just my opinion and nothing to worry about.
I am a bear based off the questions from the quiz and from your book. But I’m not extroverted at all. What is weird with me is on workdays I feel most energetic and productive between 1p-6p. I hate mornings no matter what time in the morning I feel groggy and grumpy. I’d like to nap durning work but it’s not possible with my work schedule. Also, I have to work out between 5-7p because of my work schedule. I do notice my evening weekday workouts aren’t as good as my Saturday morning workouts though.
Greetings Dr Breus, I’ve followed you for years. On a recent Jim Kwik summit I enjoyed hearing about how you became double board certified…Amazing! One thought about the quiz, I’m retired so I don’t set an alarm, I don’t fly across time zones. The last time I was in Europe was 1975 I had no jet lag, so I used that answer. Perhaps if possible allow a few questions that relate to retired people. (My brother retired at age 50, I retired (forced) around age 45! Now I’m age 73. Thank you again! I enjoy your newsletters. Best wishes.
While the sleep information is useful, I don’t see the correlation between one’s chronotype and personality traits. Extroversion and Friendliness? Because one wakes up at 8? What is the science behind it? Seems like information tied in to make the viewer “feel good” about their type, same reason for including celeb names as well. I’m a bear, the rhythm mentioned definitely fits me - especially when it says to not drink coffee after 2pm so accurate - however, the personality bit got me rolling my eyes. Makes no sense and was way off.
I appreciate your skepticism. I also thought this was a bunch of BS, until I dug into the science. The science is real. Feel free to get my book, The Power of When and I explain it all. There are over 220 studies cited in my book. Im not the only one who looks at chronotypes. These are genetic, I can actually show you exactly where on the human genome you can see how this works.
I was really surprised I was a Bear, totally thought I'd be a Lion or Dolphin. When I looked at the chart, though, that totally matches for work. I am a morning person who likes to get up early, but not be rushed. My ideal time to wake up is 5:45, not 7:00. The 10:00 PM bedtime works for me. The hardest change will be the coffee. I am drinking my first cup about 10 minutes after I wake up (love those timer coffee pots), but I am struggling with staying asleep after 2 AM so will adjust the caffeine and see how this helps . . . lots of good info to start from.
Hi! Thanks for watching. It sounds like you’ve got the classic night owl tendencies! Chronotypes can sometimes feel a bit oversimplified, and many people find that they don’t fit neatly into one category. Factors like genetics, lifestyle, and personal habits can all play a significant role in your sleep patterns. If you're consistently staying up late and thriving on that schedule, you might just be one of those unique night owls who don’t align with the typical classifications.
Thanks Dr. Bruce… I was hoping you would expand on how to get the most out of being a bear. To be honest I would like to know more about my Chronotype and how I can go through the late afternoon productivity.
Thank you Michael Bruce, Yes I took your Chronotype quiz and I am a bear. But I have some concerns… first is that you mentioned that bears should be in bed by 10 PM and 10:30 PM sometimes that’s not the case for me because I usually go to bed around 11:30 PM or midnight due to overstimulating myself by watching a television program on Netflix while having a evening snack. So my question is what could I do to avoid it? My other concern is that you also mentioned bears should workout during the afternoon I do get in my workouts but I tend to procrastinate and I usually work out around noon-ish because not only I workout I also dedicate myself to my drum practicing. So what time would you recommend I put in my drum practicing? With those things out of the way I also wanna bring up what you mentioned for the productivity window I usually work fortwo restaurants from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Monday Tuesday and Thursday. I also work in the bistro at a hotel Wednesday from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Friday and Sunday from 8 AM till noon. Basically this is my work schedule, so what would you recommend On with the rest of the day because I gave you a baseline from the top paragraphs I’ve already had mentioned. Thanks again, Max Moore
Hey Max, So that we are super clear, I am not your doctor, and I am not giving you medical advice. Here is what I would suggest to a patient if they came in to my clinic. Step one- Id get the book, the questions you are asking are answered in the book, but would require quite a bit of context, and this is not enough space to really do that. Step 2: Stop over stimulating yourself and eating at night- BOTH are causing you to have poor quality sleep and less sleep than you need. Just turn off the TV, close the fridge, and go to bed at 1030. My guess is that you will probably fall asleep. Step 3: Bears especially, will not usually stay motivated for exercise after about mid- day- so this tracks with what we see. Keep working out, whenever you are motivated ( except within 2-3 hours of lights out) You are on the right path, but you just need more info, Its all in the book. Thanks for supporting my work. Dr. B
Hi! Thanks for watching. You bring up a good point! The test might not capture all aspects of a bear chronotype, as it primarily focuses on waking times without emphasizing bedtime. Many bears are indeed early risers and may be awake for long hours, often about 16 to 18 a day, which can lead to varying sleep patterns and durations. It's important to remember that individual lifestyles, work schedules, and personal habits significantly influence how each chronotype expresses itself. Thank you for your question!
I need help just a bit Dr Bruce. What would you recommend I do to adopt the bear Chronotype daily schedule into my schedule? My schedule is packed with work from 8:30 to 11:30 three days a week then I work 6:30 to 11:30 Wednesday and eight to noon Friday and Sunday. Also my weekends like Saturday is free in the afternoon, but Sunday afternoon is free. in addition I have evening programs like Wellesley town band on Mondays from 7 to 8:30 then I have weight training and swim Tuesday nights from 7 to 9, as well with Plugged In Band Wednesday from 6 to 7:30. My other question is how would I manage my evenings prior to my part-time jobs? Otherwise I find it hard to have dinner right at 7:30 Sunday night like Monday night including Tuesday evening, but it only works Wednesday,Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
what is the minimum amount of sleep needed for bears? If I go partying on saturday and go to sleep at 2 am, at which time should I wake up : still 7 am and take a nap or wake up later than 7 am?
i am just so frustrated by this, because my quiz gave me bear, but IN NO WAY do i wake up and go to sleep with the sun!!! i am groggy and tired when i wake up at 11am and can't fall asleep till 1-2am. . .i canNOT be productive in the morning, so i am like, what the hell?! how did the quiz get me so wrong?
Ikr, like if i sleep around the time he said then i'd wake not with the sun but with the fucking moon (3-5am).. my energy comes up about 3+ hours after i wake (from 10-11am).
I took the quiz and got Bear. I am on a limited lunch break so no way I can squeeze a workout during the afternoon, and like you mentioned if I don't get to it I won't do it, so what do you suggest? after work or before?
Hmm, not quite a bear. I have trouble with his questions. I'll nap in the evening, then wake up when the house is quiet to do some real work. That could last till its time for the sun to come up, and then I'm out. 😂 This test is for people who don't work from home.
Why would a bear who starts to work at 9am go to sleep at 10.30? I always had to wake up at 6am and I hate going to bed that early. Doesn't make sense.
You're right-sleep schedules vary widely based on individual lifestyles and jobs. Not everyone can stick to the same routine, especially with early morning work commitments. Chronotypes are just a guideline, and it’s important to find a sleep schedule that fits your needs and preferences.
Thanks again Dr Bruce. I have tried a few days sticking with my chronotype and it has helped, but I was wondering if you had any suggestions on what I could do to keep it consistent? Anyway I also want to ask with my chronotype what are some helpful tips to follow sleep better?
To be honest the quiz is a bit too focused on society. Some questions I couldn't answer completely accurate because the options were limited to say the least. Like "What would be your ideal wake-up time if you didn’t have any obligations?" - the only real option for me was "after 9 am" which is way too broad. Personally I would say it's rather 4 PM for me. Just an example.
Hi! Thanks for watching. We totally get where you’re coming from! The quiz is meant to be a starting point for exploration, but it can’t cover every unique situation or preference. Your feedback about the limited options is valuable, as everyone's sleep habits are different. Some might find a wake-up time of 4 PM ideal, and that’s perfectly valid! It’s all about finding what works for you personally. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Yall first of all this is a generalization and second it’s a characterization of what “should” be natural for you and therefore, ideal. It’s 4 categories for millions if not billions of people. So merely a *suggestion*. I dont sleep with sunrise and sunset BUT maybe taking other efforts to do so MAY improve my energy. I do find sleeping 3 hours and waking up really early or sleeping at sunset and then sleeping for 10-12 hours, I am more alert. So maybe I can find a balance where Im neither over nor undersleeping…just because you are not the whole characteristic of the bear right now doesn’t mean trying to fit your sleep to this wont make you more like one. Chill its like a horoscope
This is all based on real science, people have been studying chronotypes since the 70's. We have over 220 studies in the book. Im sorry but this is GENETIC and real.
Nah man, I'm not a bear.. I just had to strangely adapt to bear cycle and that affected my habits, I guess... The reason I like doing active things in the morning isn't because I'm an early riser, it's because it's the chilliest time of the day, and >often, I'm still awake< from over night at dawn. Sometimes, I can't sleep until it's like 12am earliest to 4 to 9am latest in the morning, then want to wake up by like... 2pm at the very latest... so I don't feel like I wasted the day. I am =not= a bear. 😅 Well... it's more like... I dunno, insomnia. I start feeling sleepy about 10 pm, but can't fall asleep until later, and when I wake up, my sleep inirtia is for several hours... it kinda sucks.
super faulty quiz with very limiting questions. What makes you assume everyone taking it works a 9-5, M-F or works at all? I most definitely am not a bear and many of the answers i gave contradict you're description
It's not the only way to determine your chronotype. If you have done 23 and me or ancestry.com I think you can tell from those reports as well. There is only so much we can do with 30 questions on the internet. Dr. B
this was my thing too! it asked me about weekday vs weekend and my life is the same throughout the week as i work for myself. . .i am for sure not even close to a bear, i can tell you right now i am a wolf as the world's schedule does NOT revolve around me. i always lament i can't get anything done because everything is open 9-5 m-f and i can rarely make it to things within that limiting time frame lol
Hi! Thanks for watching. It sounds like you feel a bit misclassified with the wolf chronotype! While this type is generally linked to night owls, sleep patterns can vary a lot from person to person. Many factors influence our sleep preferences, and chronotypes can be flexible over time.
Doesn't fit at all for me, my current schedule is I wake up at 10AM, only because I set many alarms and go to sleep at 2AM. I always struggle to wape un in the morning and if I had it my way work would start at 10 the earliest. This quiz is not relevant.
This whole system seems flawed at a glance. Not much nuance, soft but noticeable contradictions between websites, and slapping basically a big vague "Whatever insomniac" under Dolphin. I've known so many people over my life who live by a crazy schedule of something like staying up till 4am, and waking at 11. Where's their type? Wolf is marked as "the night owl", and yet expects them all to yield to bedtime by midnight or 1am. So much for a huge chunk of the dark period. Then there's a ton of overlap and contradictions between bear and lion depending on the sources. Why are they so close and loaded with redundancies? Some sources expect a grown adult to be "the bear" and go to bed with "with the sun", which can be don 6pm by place/season, and yet you want to then talk about the lion being the earlier one, and don't have any plan or reason for the many people going around watching movies at 3am, and deny the entire "third shift" form of job a place? Not to mention more obscure issues where my boss is doing college sports catering orders that need to be delivered by 4-6am period, so he's up working hours before that range, and covering into the morning shift before disappearing, yet we want to mark the early bird lion as like...waking 5-7am!? Okay, step back again and let's ask another for those who nap around a bit and dodge any single sleep 8 hour "standard", etc. We need more than 3 real answers and the lazy cop-out dolphin category. Look, I've been a bit of a freak myself, and this has no place for me. I want to be an early person, I've long had a habit of having my night and morning coffee where time allows. Ideally my morning range is between 7-9, while my go-to-sleep time is 12-2am. Easily an average of 1amish. I need a morning, or I feel betrayed, but by night I still have too much I want to be done while I'm still very snappy and quick in the morning before anything from the day has causes a sense of mental congestion. I can hit the bed at 2 and still pry awake fine at 7 sometimes, often beating my alarm by 20-40 minutes. I'm a light sleeper to sound and wake more dizzy if something like a truck outside caused it, but... while I have room for improvement, I almost never ever get or run on the "perfect magic 8 hour" formats when that is scientifically not something for everyone and shouldn't be the measure by this system "or else the automatic Dolphin of mystery". Still I've done really good for early morning tests back in school, and again usually I have to force myself to step away from doing tasks/distractions at night so I can get a morning again. If I have to work at 6:30am, that's usually cool by me outside the fact I'm pissed I don't have time to sit with coffee for a bit, but I'm happier for still leaving "early" from work than my 12-9pm shifts. Still, I'll sit up till around 11 at bare, hard-controlled, minimum, and more often slip out to 12:30 or beyond. ... and no, I'm no insomniac, once I'm down I'm usually gone in moments. But then a simple loud truck, or badly closed curtains with the crack of sunlight can drag me back up again. Somehow, I'm.... "The bear", the 50% that is stated to go to bed once its night... and yet I know of nobody going to bed at a winter's 7pm outside of their parents demanding it, while the heaps of people going for 3/5am-10/12am are apparently the missing 5th chronotype of Bigfoot, yet I sure see them a lot more than wolves and bears. This quiz and system is hockey nonsense with good intentions. I won't deny there's ideas here worth trying to follow if someone is troubled, but its definitely leaped the logic and trying to do so while sounding so cuddly and easy to follow.
Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts! It's true that sleep patterns and chronotypes aren't one-size-fits-all. Our goal is to assist individuals in identifying their sleep issues and provide guidance that suits their unique lifestyles. We understand that many factors contribute to sleep behavior, and we appreciate your feedback. Every person's experience is valid, and we aim to offer resources that can help navigate these complexities in a meaningful way.
Everybody in these comments is like… holy shit I’m not a bear. Almost like this is all bullshit and you can’t find something so complicated out from a quick 5 min multiple choice test online…
Hi! Thanks for watching. We totally understand where you’re coming from! We’re simply providing this test as a fun way to explore different chronotypes and encourage further learning. Not everyone fits neatly into one category, and that’s okay! Our goal is to spark curiosity and help create knowledge, so you can do your own research and explore more about your unique sleep patterns. Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Thanks for watching! I understand where you're coming from! Sleep patterns can vary widely among individuals, and it's important to remember that not everyone's experience fits neatly into defined categories. Factors like lifestyle, stress, and genetics can all influence how we identify with a chronotype. Many people discover that their natural sleep rhythms don’t align perfectly with standard classifications. This is why it's crucial to explore what works best for you, rather than forcing yourself into a specific label. Ultimately, it’s all about finding a routine that supports your unique sleep needs!
lol…. If you’re a bear you probably have these personality traits…. Oh wait, also chronotypes change! Dude, people’s base personality traits do not change. You won’t be an introvert then magically be an extrovert. When you throw in personality shit you make this sound like a horoscope thing and it loses all validity to me….
Hi! I get what you mean! While personality traits are generally stable over time, chronotypes can shift due to various factors like age, lifestyle changes, and even environmental influences. This doesn’t mean personality traits like introversion or extroversion are in flux, but rather that our sleep patterns and preferences can adapt. It's a fascinating topic.
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The phrase "Wake and fall asleep with the sun" is exactly me. My room is very sunny so the sunlight is my alarm, but i do like staying up to look at the moon sometimes
love it
I got bear. The funny part is that nothing from the information of bears goes well with me. I usually go to sleep at 2-3 am and wake up 10-11 am. I can't go to sleep too early and I definitely cannot wake up easily before 9. And I don't drink coffee. And I am definitely introverted 🤣 Maybe I was a bear before and now, I'm something weird between dolphin and wolf, I guess.
You sound more like a WOLF to me.
Same for me. I definitely feel like my type is more so wolf than bear.
I’m not a morning person by any means and my power time for getting things done is usually 1-7pm. I was shocked when it said bear was my type because it just doesn’t fit me at all!
Definitely not extroverted AT ALL.
@@Momski__Bearsame haha
@@BorisG13 weird because for me, all kinds of other assessments for personality types, strengths finder, etc are all SPOT ON. This is the first time I’ve had something be so far off.
Same here
I'm an extreme wolf since a child and this quiz tells me I'm a bear.
I wish I was a bear but the quiz got it very wrong.
Keep in mind that your chronotypes change over time. It's certainly possible that you were a wolf as a child and have now become more of a bear!
@@TheSleepDoctor he said "since a child". Same for me. My chronotype didn't change at all. The quiz also told me I'm a bear when I certainly am a wolf, or more like a cat in that regard. I sleep best when I sleep around 16 hours, like cats, regardless of that being healthy for humans or not. I am also able to sleep 24 hours if I want to, and I'm 31 years old now. Yes it's possible and I love it. It happens not nearly as much as it did when I was 16 or so, but it still happens. I think the quiz doesn't take nearly as many possibilities into considerations as it should. Not sure if it has anything to do with it but I think the quiz is very US-lifestyle biased, so as a German I can't relate at all with that. Might not mean anything though.
Btw please don't take this to heart lol. It's just my opinion and nothing to worry about.
I am a bear based off the questions from the quiz and from your book. But I’m not extroverted at all. What is weird with me is on workdays I feel most energetic and productive between 1p-6p. I hate mornings no matter what time in the morning I feel groggy and grumpy. I’d like to nap durning work but it’s not possible with my work schedule.
Also, I have to work out between 5-7p because of my work schedule. I do notice my evening weekday workouts aren’t as good as my Saturday morning workouts though.
swears me too, i'm exactly the same. many times i end up feeling so fucking guilty whe i start my tasks around that time frame
Greetings Dr Breus, I’ve followed you for years. On a recent Jim Kwik summit I enjoyed hearing about how you became double board certified…Amazing! One thought about the quiz, I’m retired so I don’t set an alarm, I don’t fly across time zones. The last time I was in Europe was 1975 I had no jet lag, so I used that answer. Perhaps if possible allow a few questions that relate to retired people. (My brother retired at age 50, I retired (forced) around age 45! Now I’m age 73. Thank you again! I enjoy your newsletters. Best wishes.
While the sleep information is useful, I don’t see the correlation between one’s chronotype and personality traits. Extroversion and Friendliness? Because one wakes up at 8? What is the science behind it? Seems like information tied in to make the viewer “feel good” about their type, same reason for including celeb names as well. I’m a bear, the rhythm mentioned definitely fits me - especially when it says to not drink coffee after 2pm so accurate - however, the personality bit got me rolling my eyes. Makes no sense and was way off.
I appreciate your skepticism. I also thought this was a bunch of BS, until I dug into the science. The science is real. Feel free to get my book, The Power of When and I explain it all. There are over 220 studies cited in my book. Im not the only one who looks at chronotypes. These are genetic, I can actually show you exactly where on the human genome you can see how this works.
I was really surprised I was a Bear, totally thought I'd be a Lion or Dolphin. When I looked at the chart, though, that totally matches for work. I am a morning person who likes to get up early, but not be rushed. My ideal time to wake up is 5:45, not 7:00. The 10:00 PM bedtime works for me. The hardest change will be the coffee. I am drinking my first cup about 10 minutes after I wake up (love those timer coffee pots), but I am struggling with staying asleep after 2 AM so will adjust the caffeine and see how this helps . . . lots of good info to start from.
i'm kind of a hybrid between bear and lion...
This is me spot on! 🤗🧸
Took the test, it says I'm a bear and boy it couldn't be more wrong. I'm a perfect example of a night owl since childhood till now
Hi! Thanks for watching. It sounds like you’ve got the classic night owl tendencies! Chronotypes can sometimes feel a bit oversimplified, and many people find that they don’t fit neatly into one category. Factors like genetics, lifestyle, and personal habits can all play a significant role in your sleep patterns. If you're consistently staying up late and thriving on that schedule, you might just be one of those unique night owls who don’t align with the typical classifications.
Thanks Dr. Bruce… I was hoping you would expand on how to get the most out of being a bear. To be honest I would like to know more about my Chronotype and how I can go through the late afternoon productivity.
Thank you Michael Bruce,
Yes I took your Chronotype quiz and I am a bear. But I have some concerns… first is that you mentioned that bears should be in bed by 10 PM and 10:30 PM sometimes that’s not the case for me because I usually go to bed around 11:30 PM or midnight due to overstimulating myself by watching a television program on Netflix while having a evening snack. So my question is what could I do to avoid it?
My other concern is that you also mentioned bears should workout during the afternoon I do get in my workouts but I tend to procrastinate and I usually work out around noon-ish because not only I workout I also dedicate myself to my drum practicing. So what time would you recommend I put in my drum practicing?
With those things out of the way I also wanna bring up what you mentioned for the productivity window I usually work fortwo restaurants from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Monday Tuesday and Thursday. I also work in the bistro at a hotel Wednesday from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Friday and Sunday from 8 AM till noon. Basically this is my work schedule, so what would you recommend On with the rest of the day because I gave you a baseline from the top paragraphs I’ve already had mentioned.
Thanks again,
Max Moore
Hey Max,
So that we are super clear, I am not your doctor, and I am not giving you medical advice. Here is what I would suggest to a patient if they came in to my clinic.
Step one- Id get the book, the questions you are asking are answered in the book, but would require quite a bit of context, and this is not enough space to really do that.
Step 2: Stop over stimulating yourself and eating at night- BOTH are causing you to have poor quality sleep and less sleep than you need. Just turn off the TV, close the fridge, and go to bed at 1030. My guess is that you will probably fall asleep.
Step 3: Bears especially, will not usually stay motivated for exercise after about mid- day- so this tracks with what we see. Keep working out, whenever you are motivated ( except within 2-3 hours of lights out)
You are on the right path, but you just need more info, Its all in the book. Thanks for supporting my work.
Dr. B
No real mention of bedtime in the test, I might be an early riser but I'm also awake for a solid 18 hours a day.
Hi! Thanks for watching. You bring up a good point! The test might not capture all aspects of a bear chronotype, as it primarily focuses on waking times without emphasizing bedtime. Many bears are indeed early risers and may be awake for long hours, often about 16 to 18 a day, which can lead to varying sleep patterns and durations. It's important to remember that individual lifestyles, work schedules, and personal habits significantly influence how each chronotype expresses itself. Thank you for your question!
I need help just a bit Dr Bruce. What would you recommend I do to adopt the bear Chronotype daily schedule into my schedule? My schedule is packed with work from 8:30 to 11:30 three days a week then I work 6:30 to 11:30 Wednesday and eight to noon Friday and Sunday. Also my weekends like Saturday is free in the afternoon, but Sunday afternoon is free. in addition I have evening programs like Wellesley town band on Mondays from 7 to 8:30 then I have weight training and swim Tuesday nights from 7 to 9, as well with Plugged In Band Wednesday from 6 to 7:30. My other question is how would I manage my evenings prior to my part-time jobs? Otherwise I find it hard to have dinner right at 7:30 Sunday night like Monday night including Tuesday evening, but it only works Wednesday,Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
what is the minimum amount of sleep needed for bears? If I go partying on saturday and go to sleep at 2 am, at which time should I wake up : still 7 am and take a nap or wake up later than 7 am?
I'm a bear but I work from 7pm to 3am. What can I do besides change my job?
I thought I had bear chronotype, but once the quiz was taken, it was Dolphin!
Right on! Hopefully that info helps you understand your daily rhythms a little more carefully!
I thought I was the opposite
請問睡眠醫生，由於工作的關係，每天沒有固定的上班時間。
在有工作的時候，有時候必須早上5AM起床
然而在沒有工作的時候，我都會睡到超過9AM
導致當天就算是10PM上床睡覺，也沒辦法馬上入睡，會輾轉難眠到大概2AM才睡得著，隔天卻又要5AM起床。
這樣的惡性循環不斷地持續，請問有什麼方法可以改善？ 謝謝睡眠醫生
I just did your quiz and I got the bear chronotype but is it normal for bears to nap a lot?
i am just so frustrated by this, because my quiz gave me bear, but IN NO WAY do i wake up and go to sleep with the sun!!! i am groggy and tired when i wake up at 11am and can't fall asleep till 1-2am. . .i canNOT be productive in the morning, so i am like, what the hell?! how did the quiz get me so wrong?
Did the SAME for me. So far off
Ikr, like if i sleep around the time he said then i'd wake not with the sun but with the fucking moon (3-5am).. my energy comes up about 3+ hours after i wake (from 10-11am).
I took the quiz and got Bear. I am on a limited lunch break so no way I can squeeze a workout during the afternoon, and like you mentioned if I don't get to it I won't do it, so what do you suggest? after work or before?
Before, is usually the best option. But you could add in a walk at noon? Dr. B
Hmm, not quite a bear. I have trouble with his questions. I'll nap in the evening, then wake up when the house is quiet to do some real work. That could last till its time for the sun to come up, and then I'm out. 😂
This test is for people who don't work from home.
What to do if you have to wake up for work 1.5 hr earlier than your suggested Bear time ?
Great question. We recommend you add a nap. 25 minutes around lunchtime. -- Dr. B
Why would a bear who starts to work at 9am go to sleep at 10.30? I always had to wake up at 6am and I hate going to bed that early. Doesn't make sense.
You're right-sleep schedules vary widely based on individual lifestyles and jobs. Not everyone can stick to the same routine, especially with early morning work commitments. Chronotypes are just a guideline, and it’s important to find a sleep schedule that fits your needs and preferences.
Thanks again Dr Bruce. I have tried a few days sticking with my chronotype and it has helped, but I was wondering if you had any suggestions on what I could do to keep it consistent? Anyway I also want to ask with my chronotype what are some helpful tips to follow sleep better?
Consider getting the book, it really gives you a step by step guide to being a bear.
To be honest the quiz is a bit too focused on society. Some questions I couldn't answer completely accurate because the options were limited to say the least. Like "What would be your ideal wake-up time if you didn’t have any obligations?" - the only real option for me was "after 9 am" which is way too broad. Personally I would say it's rather 4 PM for me. Just an example.
Hi! Thanks for watching. We totally get where you’re coming from! The quiz is meant to be a starting point for exploration, but it can’t cover every unique situation or preference. Your feedback about the limited options is valuable, as everyone's sleep habits are different. Some might find a wake-up time of 4 PM ideal, and that’s perfectly valid! It’s all about finding what works for you personally. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@@TheSleepDoctor yeah I guess you can't make such a test/quiz for every single variant of each chronotype. All good :)
Yall first of all this is a generalization and second it’s a characterization of what “should” be natural for you and therefore, ideal. It’s 4 categories for millions if not billions of people. So merely a *suggestion*. I dont sleep with sunrise and sunset BUT maybe taking other efforts to do so MAY improve my energy. I do find sleeping 3 hours and waking up really early or sleeping at sunset and then sleeping for 10-12 hours, I am more alert. So maybe I can find a balance where Im neither over nor undersleeping…just because you are not the whole characteristic of the bear right now doesn’t mean trying to fit your sleep to this wont make you more like one. Chill its like a horoscope
This is all based on real science, people have been studying chronotypes since the 70's. We have over 220 studies in the book. Im sorry but this is GENETIC and real.
Nah man, I'm not a bear.. I just had to strangely adapt to bear cycle and that affected my habits, I guess... The reason I like doing active things in the morning isn't because I'm an early riser, it's because it's the chilliest time of the day, and >often, I'm still awake< from over night at dawn. Sometimes, I can't sleep until it's like 12am earliest to 4 to 9am latest in the morning, then want to wake up by like... 2pm at the very latest... so I don't feel like I wasted the day.
I am =not= a bear. 😅
Well... it's more like... I dunno, insomnia. I start feeling sleepy about 10 pm, but can't fall asleep until later, and when I wake up, my sleep inirtia is for several hours... it kinda sucks.
Sounds like you may work a shift, this chronotype will not work on shift workers
Am definitely not a bear. I am a night owl wolf. Have always been a night owl.
Says I’m a Bear. Definitely not from what he just said
super faulty quiz with very limiting questions. What makes you assume everyone taking it works a 9-5, M-F or works at all? I most definitely am not a bear and many of the answers i gave contradict you're description
It's not the only way to determine your chronotype. If you have done 23 and me or ancestry.com I think you can tell from those reports as well. There is only so much we can do with 30 questions on the internet. Dr. B
this was my thing too! it asked me about weekday vs weekend and my life is the same throughout the week as i work for myself. . .i am for sure not even close to a bear, i can tell you right now i am a wolf as the world's schedule does NOT revolve around me. i always lament i can't get anything done because everything is open 9-5 m-f and i can rarely make it to things within that limiting time frame lol
This makes no sense. I am such a night owl but I got wolf. I can stay up for ever and have no issue doing so
Hi! Thanks for watching. It sounds like you feel a bit misclassified with the wolf chronotype! While this type is generally linked to night owls, sleep patterns can vary a lot from person to person. Many factors influence our sleep preferences, and chronotypes can be flexible over time.
I love been a bear
Iam a bear
Iam a istp
I dont talk too peaple
I talk with total logic and sarcasm soo peaple dont find me enjoyable to talk
And this is how 50-55% of people ruin the life of the rest. I hate bears for trying to make me a bear.
This test doesn't work
Pretty sure I didn't answer very accurately.
Doesn't fit at all for me, my current schedule is I wake up at 10AM, only because I set many alarms and go to sleep at 2AM. I always struggle to wape un in the morning and if I had it my way work would start at 10 the earliest. This quiz is not relevant.
This whole system seems flawed at a glance. Not much nuance, soft but noticeable contradictions between websites, and slapping basically a big vague "Whatever insomniac" under Dolphin. I've known so many people over my life who live by a crazy schedule of something like staying up till 4am, and waking at 11. Where's their type? Wolf is marked as "the night owl", and yet expects them all to yield to bedtime by midnight or 1am. So much for a huge chunk of the dark period. Then there's a ton of overlap and contradictions between bear and lion depending on the sources. Why are they so close and loaded with redundancies? Some sources expect a grown adult to be "the bear" and go to bed with "with the sun", which can be don 6pm by place/season, and yet you want to then talk about the lion being the earlier one, and don't have any plan or reason for the many people going around watching movies at 3am, and deny the entire "third shift" form of job a place? Not to mention more obscure issues where my boss is doing college sports catering orders that need to be delivered by 4-6am period, so he's up working hours before that range, and covering into the morning shift before disappearing, yet we want to mark the early bird lion as like...waking 5-7am!? Okay, step back again and let's ask another for those who nap around a bit and dodge any single sleep 8 hour "standard", etc. We need more than 3 real answers and the lazy cop-out dolphin category.
Look, I've been a bit of a freak myself, and this has no place for me. I want to be an early person, I've long had a habit of having my night and morning coffee where time allows. Ideally my morning range is between 7-9, while my go-to-sleep time is 12-2am. Easily an average of 1amish. I need a morning, or I feel betrayed, but by night I still have too much I want to be done while I'm still very snappy and quick in the morning before anything from the day has causes a sense of mental congestion. I can hit the bed at 2 and still pry awake fine at 7 sometimes, often beating my alarm by 20-40 minutes. I'm a light sleeper to sound and wake more dizzy if something like a truck outside caused it, but... while I have room for improvement, I almost never ever get or run on the "perfect magic 8 hour" formats when that is scientifically not something for everyone and shouldn't be the measure by this system "or else the automatic Dolphin of mystery". Still I've done really good for early morning tests back in school, and again usually I have to force myself to step away from doing tasks/distractions at night so I can get a morning again. If I have to work at 6:30am, that's usually cool by me outside the fact I'm pissed I don't have time to sit with coffee for a bit, but I'm happier for still leaving "early" from work than my 12-9pm shifts. Still, I'll sit up till around 11 at bare, hard-controlled, minimum, and more often slip out to 12:30 or beyond. ... and no, I'm no insomniac, once I'm down I'm usually gone in moments. But then a simple loud truck, or badly closed curtains with the crack of sunlight can drag me back up again. Somehow, I'm.... "The bear", the 50% that is stated to go to bed once its night... and yet I know of nobody going to bed at a winter's 7pm outside of their parents demanding it, while the heaps of people going for 3/5am-10/12am are apparently the missing 5th chronotype of Bigfoot, yet I sure see them a lot more than wolves and bears.
This quiz and system is hockey nonsense with good intentions. I won't deny there's ideas here worth trying to follow if someone is troubled, but its definitely leaped the logic and trying to do so while sounding so cuddly and easy to follow.
Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts! It's true that sleep patterns and chronotypes aren't one-size-fits-all. Our goal is to assist individuals in identifying their sleep issues and provide guidance that suits their unique lifestyles. We understand that many factors contribute to sleep behavior, and we appreciate your feedback. Every person's experience is valid, and we aim to offer resources that can help navigate these complexities in a meaningful way.
Everybody in these comments is like… holy shit I’m not a bear. Almost like this is all bullshit and you can’t find something so complicated out from a quick 5 min multiple choice test online…
Hi! Thanks for watching. We totally understand where you’re coming from! We’re simply providing this test as a fun way to explore different chronotypes and encourage further learning. Not everyone fits neatly into one category, and that’s okay! Our goal is to spark curiosity and help create knowledge, so you can do your own research and explore more about your unique sleep patterns. Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Actually i think i am wolf type
Nah, I don't think this is accurate. I'm very much a night owl.
Thanks for watching! I understand where you're coming from! Sleep patterns can vary widely among individuals, and it's important to remember that not everyone's experience fits neatly into defined categories. Factors like lifestyle, stress, and genetics can all influence how we identify with a chronotype. Many people discover that their natural sleep rhythms don’t align perfectly with standard classifications. This is why it's crucial to explore what works best for you, rather than forcing yourself into a specific label. Ultimately, it’s all about finding a routine that supports your unique sleep needs!
lol…. If you’re a bear you probably have these personality traits…. Oh wait, also chronotypes change! Dude, people’s base personality traits do not change. You won’t be an introvert then magically be an extrovert. When you throw in personality shit you make this sound like a horoscope thing and it loses all validity to me….
Hi! I get what you mean! While personality traits are generally stable over time, chronotypes can shift due to various factors like age, lifestyle changes, and even environmental influences. This doesn’t mean personality traits like introversion or extroversion are in flux, but rather that our sleep patterns and preferences can adapt. It's a fascinating topic.
Sounds like some stupid horoscope bullsht
No its all data driven, if you look at the book I have over 220 references. You are incorrect.
So wrong
This is hokum pseudoscience. Desperate to create a ‘thing’ that sells books. It’s just a rip off of horoscopes.
100% INCORRECT, we have over 220 studies cited in the book. All the science is 100% REAL.
Before i have thought i am a wolf until i took the test 🥲