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As the summer approached, the habit started to yield unforeseen challenges. Late sunsets led to sociocultural tensions, where a shared dinner with friends felt oddly out of sync with an early bedtime. Additionally, resentment of social plans grew—often leading to perceived isolation because of the rigid nighttime routine mandated by an early rise.
The author noted that while boundaries in sleep schedules are beneficial, they can at times lead to feelings of guilt for prioritizing rest over social interactions, resulting in an unintended sense of isolation.