Psychology Today | 12.10.2026 05:27
Last holiday season, my husband and I gave family and friends alarm clocks designed to make waking and falling asleep more peaceful. The clocks simulate sunrise, play nature sounds, and tell bedtime stories. We thought they were great wellness gifts, but now I’m thinking twice. The clock requires an app and a subscription to recreate experiences humans have relied on for thousands of years: morning light, darkness at night, stars, birdsong, rain, and a soothing voice.
