The Dark Side of the 5AM Club The idea of waking up at 5am has become a cult like phenomenon in recent years, with self help gurus like Tim Ferriss and Robin Sharma touting its benefits for productivity and success.
However, this early rising ethos comes with some very real drawbacks.
The Origins of the 5AM Club Movement The modern concept of waking up at 5am has its roots in ancient Greek philosophy, where philosophers like Aristotle believed in the importance of morning hours for contemplation and self improvement.