Shelby Harris, director of sleep health at Sleepopolis. 'Gentle alarm clocks are designed to wake you up more gradually with light, soft sounds, or a combination of both,' says Dr.
You're better off choosing a gentle alarm clock. But most of those devices play rather harsh tones to wake you up, which isn't ideal for your mental and physical well-being. Chances are you'll need to use some form of an alarm clock at some point in your life, whether that's a traditional device, your smartphone, or even a smartwatch.