Hora do verão

Do you remember when, as a child, you would wait impatiently for the moment when the clocks would be turned back and you would gain an extra hour of play? Or when, as an adult, you would dread the day when you would lose that extra hour of sleep? Well, that time is almost here again.

Daylight saving time (DST) is a practice of advancing clocks during summer months so that evening daylight lasts longer, and by doing so, saves energy.

The idea of daylight saving time was first proposed in the 18th century by Benjamin Franklin, but it was not until the early 20th century that it was widely adopted.

In Brazil, DST was first adopted in 1931, but it was only implemented nationwide in 1945.

DST is a controversial issue, with proponents arguing that it saves energy and reduces crime, while opponents argue that it disrupts sleep patterns and can lead to health problems.

In 2019, the Brazilian government abolished DST, but it was reinstated in 2022.

This year, DST will begin on October 16th, 2023, at 00:00, and will end on February 19th, 2024, at 00:00.

So, get ready to turn your clocks back one hour and enjoy the extra hour of daylight!

Here are some tips for adjusting to the time change:

• Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends.
• Get plenty of sunlight during the day.
• Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed.
• Create a relaxing bedtime routine.
• If you have trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor.

What do you think about DST? Do you think it should be abolished? Let us know in the comments below!