Daily Light-Based Health Regime
Morning Routine
- Wake with the sun (Ott, “Health and Light”)
- Allow natural light to enter your bedroom as you wake
- If not possible, use a dawn simulator alarm clock
- Morning light exposure (Ott, “Health and Light”; Fisher, “Light That Heals”)
- Spend 15-30 minutes outdoors in natural sunlight
- If not possible, use a full-spectrum light box for 15-30 minutes
- Grounding practice (Becker, “The Body Electric”; Marino, “Going Somewhere”)
- Walk barefoot on grass or soil for 5-10 minutes
- If not possible, use a grounding mat while working
- Structured water intake (Pollack, “The Fourth Phase of Water”)
- Start your day with 16-32 oz of structured water
- Expose water to sunlight before drinking
Daytime Practices
- Optimize indoor lighting (Ott, “Health and Light”; Van Wijk, “Light in Shaping Life”)
- Use full-spectrum bulbs in your workspace
- Position yourself near windows when possible
- Regular movement (Lane, “The Vital Question”; Le Corre, “The Practice of Natural Movement”)
- Take short walks every 1-2 hours, preferably outdoors
- Incorporate natural movement patterns throughout the day
- Mitochondrial health (Lane, “Power, Sex, Suicide”; Know, “Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine”)
- Engage in short bursts of high-intensity exercise
- Consume mitochondria-supporting foods (e.g., leafy greens, berries)
- EMF mitigation (McLean, “The Force”; Milham, “Dirty Electricity”)
- Use wired connections instead of Wi-Fi when possible
- Keep mobile devices away from your body when not in use
- Consider using EMF shielding devices in your workspace
Afternoon Practices
- Light therapy session (Fisher, “Light That Heals”; Van Wijk, “Light in Shaping Life”)
- Consider a 15-20 minute session of red light or near-infrared therapy
- Can be combined with meditation or breathwork
- Nature connection (Le Corre, “The Practice of Natural Movement”)
- If possible, spend time in nature during lunch break
- Practice mindful observation of natural surroundings
Evening Routine
- Sunset alignment (Ott, “Health and Light”)
- Spend time outdoors during sunset, if possible
- Begin dimming indoor lights as the sun sets
- Blue light reduction (Ott, “Health and Light”; Fisher, “Light That Heals”)
- Use blue light blocking glasses 2-3 hours before bedtime
- Install blue light filtering apps on devices
- EMF wind-down (Becker, “Cross Currents”; McLean, “The Force”)
- Create an EMF-free zone in your bedroom
- Turn off Wi-Fi routers and keep electronic devices out of the bedroom
- Relaxation practices (Becker, “The Body Electric”; Van Wijk, “Light in Shaping Life”)
- Practice meditation or deep breathing exercises
- Consider using red light therapy for relaxation and healing
Nighttime
- Optimal sleep environment (Ott, “Health and Light”; McLean, “The Force”)
- Use blackout curtains or a sleep mask
- Maintain a cool room temperature (60-67°F / 15-19°C)
- Consistent sleep schedule (Ott, “Health and Light”)
- Aim to sleep and wake at the same times daily
- Target 7-9 hours of sleep per night
Weekly Practices
- Nature immersion (Lane, “The Vital Question”; Becker, “The Body Electric”)
- Spend extended time in nature at least once a week
- Engage in outdoor activities like hiking or gardening
- EMF detox (McLean, “The Force”; Milham, “Dirty Electricity”)
- Designate one day a week as a “low-EMF day”
- Minimize use of electronic devices and seek natural environments
- Quantum biology exploration (McFadden, “Life on the Edge”)
- Engage in activities that potentially enhance quantum coherence in the body (e.g., sungazing at sunrise/sunset, forest bathing)
- Continuous learning (Schrödinger, “What is Life?”; Marino, “Going Somewhere”)
- Dedicate time to read and learn about the latest in health science
- Reflect on how to integrate new knowledge into your daily practices
Monthly Practices
- Health metrics check (Kruse, “Epi-paleo Rx”)
- Monitor key health markers (e.g., HRV, sleep quality, energy levels)
- Adjust daily practices based on these metrics
- Environmental health audit (Davis, “The Secret History of the War on Cancer”)
- Assess your living and working spaces for potential health hazards
- Make necessary adjustments to reduce exposure to environmental toxins