Ditch the endless cups of coffee and priorities some quality shut-eye We keep missing our window to sleep, owing to bad sleeping hygiene and improper eating habits. Ever feel like you crawled out of the wrong side of the bed after a night of restless sleep? You probably returned from work, crawled under the blankets, and started scrolling on social media or decided to go on a Netflix binge, with your brain on autopilot. Chronic sleeplessness and dysfunctional sleep patterns start wreaking havoc with your body and mind, impacting both your physical and mental health. Anxiety begins to feel like a permanent houseguest, if you don’t get your sleep patterns right. Does it sometimes feel like your brain has morphed into a web browser, with a million tabs open and none of them closing? You’re stressed about several things. The work deadlines are looming like storm clouds. You had a fight with a colleague that you like. You had a fight with a colleague that you didn’t like. Next thing you know, you’re down the rabbit hole of overthinking, replaying every awkward moment, and sleep becomes a distant dream. During this deep sleep, we have dreams. However, if our mind is swirling with anxious thoughts, we might have nightmares. As a result, people fear falling asleep, and develop insomnia. It becomes a vicious cycle, as sleep deprivation heightens anxiety further and more sleeplessness. To cope with stress, people might turn to unhealthy habits, including refined carbs and sugar. The body is alert and stimulated, explains Sainani. The sugar levels fluctuate, affecting the quality of sleep So, before going to sleep, make sure that all phones, tablets and laptops are put away, advises Collins. The continued exposure to this blue light affects the circadian rhythm, elevating the body temperature and heart-rate. It suppresses the release of melatonin, a hormone that induces drowsiness. So, strive to turn off the sources of blue light as night approaches and make it a routine.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025