BIORHYTHM

KNOWING YOUR PATTERN – BIORHYTHM

HISTORY OF BIORHYTHMS

The theory of biorhythms was first proposed by a German scientist named Wilhelm Fliess. The practice of reading personal biorhythms became popular in the 1970s, and many books and charts were published that claimed to be able to predict a person’s physical, emotional, and intellectual abilities. It was believed that by understanding a person’s biorhythms, they could make better decisions, perform better in various activities, and even avoid danger.

Despite the lack of scientific support, the idea of biorhythms continues to be popular and is still used by some people today as a tool for self-discovery and personal growth. However, it is important to remember that biorhythms have no basis in science.

Biorhythm and Biological rhythm

Biorhythm is also called biological rhythm. They are related, but different concepts. Biorhythms refer to the belief that a person’s physical, emotional, and intellectual abilities fluctuate in cycles that repeat approximately every 23 days, 28 days, and 33 days, respectively. Biological rhythms, on the other hand, refer to the regular fluctuations in various physiological and behavioral processes that occur in living organisms, including but not limited to sleep-wake cycles, hormone secretion, and seasonal changes. The study of these rhythms is called chronobiology. While biorhythms are not supported by scientific evidence, biological rhythms are well-documented in many organisms and are crucial for their survival and adaptation.

THERE ARE CYCLES ALL OF US DON’T AWARE

Biorhythm cycles are thought to begin at birth and continue throughout a person’s life, with each cycle having a different period of time. The theory of biorhythm suggests that a person’s performance and well-being can be predicted based on the phase of their biorhythms. However, the scientific evidence for the validity of biorhythms is weak, and the theory has been largely discredited by researchers.

Physical biorhythm: An individual’s physical strength and endurance. (23 days cycle)
Emotional biorhythm: Emotional stability and mood. (28 days cycle)
Intellectual biorhythm: Cognitive ability, memory, and creativity. (33 days cycle)
Intuitional biorhythm: Intuition, perception, and insight. (38 days cycle)

TYPE OF BIORHYTHMS

Biological rhythms are patterns of physiological activity that repeat in a consistent cycle over a period of time. These rhythms can be daily (circadian), weekly (circaseptan), or monthly (circatrigintan) and are found in many organisms, including animals, plants, and even some microorganisms. Some examples of biological rhythms include the sleep-wake cycle, the menstrual cycle, and the seasonal changes in plants. These rhythms are regulated by internal “biological clocks” that are controlled by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Disruptions to these rhythms, such as jet lag or shift work, can have negative effects on health and well-being.

Circadian rhythms, which occur over a 24-hour period and regulate many physiological processes, including sleep-wake cycles.
Ultradian rhythms, which occur more frequently than once per day, such as the 90-minute sleep cycle.
Infradian rhythms, which occur less frequently than once per day, such as the menstrual cycle.
Tidal rhythms, which occur in response to the daily tides in some organisms.
Annual rhythms, which occur over the course of a year, such as hibernation in mammals and migration in birds.

RHLife’s VIEW

There are many biorhythm calculators or apps for smartphones available to determine your daily biorhythm. They can calculate it precisely and show you a chart with sine waves of physical, emotional, and intellectual biorhythms. You can predict your pattern from the chart or graph by simply filling out your birthday and the date you are looking for as a guideline.

However, the calculation is not for everyone. It needs to have some flexibility and would not always be a perfect sine wave for different people. To apply this formula, it needs some kind of variable factors to adapt the calculation for each person, and we don’t know what these variable factors are. In addition, as we know, there is no scientific evidence for biorhythms, and we are not sure that the days of the cycle are accurate. This means that a difference of one minute in the cycle makes the results unreliable.

In my observation, my performance tends to be particularly lackluster during the spring and autumn months. Despite my efforts, I seem to struggle during these times. I am cognizant of this pattern, so I tend to adopt a more cautious approach during these seasons, which occur twice a year. Additionally, there are a few days each month where I seem to have luck for my finances, but it’s difficult to discern why these days are different.

To recognize your biorhythms, you can start by tracking your daily condition when it is a notable day. A chart is more effective than a diary as it allows you to visualize patterns and trends more easily. On a piece of paper, mark the days when you feel significantly different from your usual self, or when something noteworthy occurs. Keep this record for a long period of time to help identify any cycles or patterns in your physical condition.

For instance, I have found that by playing chess everyday, I can monitor fluctuations in my emotional and intellectual states. Over time, I have observed cycles and patterns in my emotional well-being that I may not have noticed otherwise. Consistent practice of a specific activity can help you identify any anomalies in your biorhythms.