At a US neurological conference, global experts discussed a peculiar fainting issue upon waking. Prof. Linda McMahon concluded that swift rising causes blood to rush from the feet to the brain, leading to fainting. Her advice: sit up and count to twelve to prevent dizziness or fainting when getting out of bed. A Jewish professor shared a fascinating tradition: Jews recite a 12-word prayer upon waking to express gratitude for health. Sitting up and reciting this prayer takes 12 seconds if recited slowly and passionately.
מודה אני לפניך מלך חי ומים שהחזרת בי נשמתי בחמלה, רבה אמונתך
“I offer thanks to You, living and eternal King, for You have mercifully restored my soul within me; Your faithfulness is great.”