Do you feel a little “off”? Are you battling fatigue and uncertainty at levels higher than usual? Like you are on an emotional rollercoaster? Digestive issues? Ringing ears? If so, you aren’t alone.
A growing number of people are speaking out on social media about new or worsening headaches, body aches, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia, and two popular explanations point to changes in Earth’s electromagnetic environment—geomagnetic activity linked with the northern lights, and shifts in the Schumann resonance. The evidence for subtle biological effects is emerging but remains mixed and sometimes controversial, so these ideas should sit alongside more conventional explanations like stress, lifestyle, and mental health factors.
Geomagnetic storms and northern lights
Geomagnetic storms occur when charged particles from the sun disturb Earth’s magnetic field, sometimes producing spectacular auroras (northern lights) at lower latitudes than usual. These same disturbances can alter the ionosphere, disrupt radio and GPS signals, and affect power systems, which is well documented in space-weather science.
A growing body of research suggests geomagnetic storms may also affect human physiology in subtle ways, particularly through the autonomic nervous system and circadian rhythm. Studies have linked periods of intense geomagnetic activity with changes in heart rate variability, blood pressure, cognitive function, and short-term spikes in cardiovascular and neurological events, though causation and individual susceptibility remain under study.
Reported symptoms around auroras
During strong auroral events, many people report feeling “off,” with symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, palpitations, anxiety, and sleep disruption. Research and clinical commentary propose that disturbed circadian rhythms and nervous-system activation during geomagnetic storms could worsen existing conditions like anxiety, insomnia, or cardiovascular vulnerability in sensitive individuals.
Popular wellness sources now frame some of these episodes as “solar storm symptoms” or “northern lights illness,” but this is not a recognized medical diagnosis in mainstream medicine. Conventional health outlets note that while geomagnetic storms clearly affect technology, evidence that they directly harm otherwise healthy people is limited, and more research is needed to distinguish genuine biological effects from stress, suggestion, and coincidence.
Schumann resonance theory
The Schumann resonances are natural electromagnetic standing waves in the cavity between Earth’s surface and the ionosphere, with a fundamental frequency around 7.83 Hz and several higher harmonics. These frequencies overlap with certain human brain-wave bands (especially alpha waves), which has led some researchers to propose that our nervous systems evolved in resonance with this background “heartbeat” of the planet.
Laboratory and observational studies suggest that very low-frequency fields in the Schumann range may interact with biological systems, including brain activity, calcium ion flux, and autonomic regulation. Some experiments and reviews report associations between Schumann-resonance strength and reaction times, mood, cardiovascular metrics, and sleep quality, but the data are still preliminary and sometimes inconsistent.
”The last few weeks have been full of restlessness and fatigue,” said Florida resident Carter Kenyon. “I cannot for the life of me pinpoint the reason why.”
Schumann resonance, health, and modern life
Several researchers and clinicians argue that absence or distortion of Schumann-frequency exposure (for example in shielded bunkers or spaceflight) can contribute to fatigue, disorientation, sleep problems, and other complaints, and that reintroducing similar frequencies can restore well‑being. This idea has inspired wellness devices and pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapies that claim benefits for sleep, cognitive performance, stress reduction, and physical recovery, often emphasizing the 7.83 Hz band as “supportive” or “healing.”
However, mainstream medical and regulatory bodies have not formally endorsed Schumann-based therapies, and many marketed claims outpace the current evidence. Existing studies highlight intriguing correlations and mechanisms but also emphasize the need for rigorous, controlled trials before firm conclusions can be drawn about links between Schumann resonance changes and widespread aches, anxiety, or insomnia.
Integrating these theories with everyday health
Taken together, geomagnetic storms and Schumann resonance theories offer one possible layer in a multifactor explanation for why some people feel more aches, tension, and sleep disruption at certain times. Even proponents of these ideas typically recommend grounding practices that are beneficial regardless of the electromagnetic debate, such as improving sleep hygiene, managing stress, spending time outdoors, and seeking appropriate medical or psychological care when symptoms are persistent or severe.
Many people report that during times of geomagnetic shifts or heightened atmospheric energy—such as intense aurora activity—they feel an unexpected deepening of their spiritual awareness. Some describe sensing God’s presence more vividly, as if the natural world itself becomes a conduit for divine communication. In these moments, heightened sensitivity, restlessness, or emotional intensity are interpreted less as disturbances and more as invitations to prayer, reflection, and surrender. For many faith‑minded individuals, these energetic fluctuations serve as reminders of human dependence on forces beyond comprehension, renewing humility, awe, and a sense of connection with the Creator who designed both the heavens and the heart.
