24 October 2025

Tips for adapting to the time change

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The time change has a significant impact on our daily routines and well-being. It affects our biological rhythms, our energy and our productivity.

The good news is that, with practical tools, this can be turned into an opportunity to optimise your time and daily activities. Discover tips on how to adapt to the time change with Edenred's solutions.

1. Schedule a gradual transition

This change alters your natural sleep cycle, so it's important to prepare in advance. Try adjusting your routine a few days beforehand, by advancing your sleeping, eating and working schedules by 10-15 minutes a day..

With Ticket Restaurant, you can simplify one of the most important routines of the day: eating. Now you can save yourself that time because with Edenred you can order healthy food at home or enjoy menus at nearby restaurants.

2. Plan your travel

With winter time, the clock is set back one hour, and many people face challenges such as dark paths and changes in traffic patterns. Planning your journeys will reduce the stress of dealing with unforeseen events on your route.

With Edenred Mobility managing your travel is easier than ever. Even if you already no discounts on some season tickets, Edenred helps you to continue to save and save efficiently.

3. Use digital tools

The time change can affect your productivity. Planning your tasks efficiently will help you get through the transition days. Edenred has digital solutions to help you organise your day:

  • Edenred Flex: allows you to manage all your employment benefits in a simple and fast way, saving time in your administrative tasks.
  • Edenred Savings Calculatorhelps you plan your savings on services such as transport and food, so you have more control during any adjustments to your routine.
  • Search maps: you can locate kindergartens y restaurants close to your location. By having clear information, you reduce search times, leaving you more space to concentrate on what really matters.

4. Take advantage of the extra hour

The change from summer to winter gives us an extra hour a day, This is a great opportunity to reorganise, review your goals or simply recharge your batteries.

If you decide to make the most of your free time by taking part in activities, the Edenred Gift can be great allies. Use them to enjoy experiences in the various shops associated with the network. partners of Edenred.

5. Expose yourself to natural light

Lack of exposure to natural light during winter time can disrupt your circadian rhythm. Spend at least 20-30 minutes a day to go outdoors, especially at times of sunlight, to avoid the feeling of fatigue.

You can implement some of this outdoor time into your commute to work. With Edenred Mobility choose routes that include morning walks to make the most of the sun exposure as you get to the office.

Conclusion

Adapting to the time change doesn't have to be complicated. With a combination of organisation, simple techniques and the solutions Edenred offers, you can not only get through this transition with ease, but turn it into an opportunity to optimise your time and improve your well-being.

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