First, that is how my sleep cycle is and when my body is rested and ready to go. I don’t go to sleep at a set time or wake up with an alarm. I listen to my body. When dialed in, your body is a highly sophisticated piece of machinery and will tell you what it needs and when it needs it. The question I have is: Am I listening?
I go to sleep when I am tired and wake up when I am rested. The irony is this is how it is supposed to work. Sleep is meant to be easy, peaceful, and natural. When you lie down, it should be because your body tells you it is tired and ready for sleep, and you should naturally fall asleep. And when your body is ready, it wakes up.
If this sounds crazy, give it a try.
The second reason is my body knows it has work to do. Cybercriminals do not sleep, and my family needs me; my friends, clients, and the world need me.
A lot happens while I’m asleep—some of it bad and some with the potential to worsen if left unaddressed. Deep down, I believe my body aligns with my purpose and mission, adjusting my sleep cycle so I can take the early shift. This allows me to assess the situation, gain control, and contribute to securing cyberspace.
Today’s tip for the holiday season: Trust nothing digital you receive.
If you get a text, an email, or even a phone call asking for anything personal: passwords, payment, credit cards, or banking info, hang up, block the phone number, or delete the email. Even if it seems legitimate.
Unfortunately, great companies are often impersonated and used in scams, leaving them with no control over the situation. For example, an attacker might copy a legitimate shipping company’s logos, emails, and website but insert fake links designed to steal your money or identity. This is entirely beyond the company’s control. The only person who can stop those attackers is you. So, become a cyber warrior and recognize that you are a target. Let’s work together to stay one step ahead of the attacker.