Tag: Sleep

It started off with small things. I’d wake up in the morning to find a tub of ice cream melted on the couch. My husband would nonchalantly tell me he ate some ice cream in the night and forgot to put it back in the freezer. Yeah, that’s a tough one to remember. Then it turned...

It’s not a secret that a good night’s sleep is essential for our overall well-being. Yet, many of us find ourselves trapped in a vicious cycle of restless nights and sluggish mornings. This was a challenge that I faced, and I know how it feels to start the day already longing for more...

Do you find it difficult to fall asleep after watching an exciting or thrilling TV show? You’re not alone. Television has the power to elevate our adrenaline levels, making it challenging to unwind and drift into a peaceful slumber. Our minds can remain active, especially if we’ve ...

It was four days before the spring Equinox, traditionally a time of hope. March this year was unseasonably mild in Edinburgh and the little soft leaf bud eruptions, breaking the smooth lines of the birch and early cherry tree branches, spoke of rising sap and bright days ahead. It was an especial...

With pressures and problems piling up at work, he needed a good night’s sleep, every night. Ever since Covid, there were problems with shipping, deadlines, finances and travel restrictions. His stress was at an all time high. Poor judgment, sloppy mistakes and impatience with his staff were cr...

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Understanding Sleep Paralysis: Sleep paralysis occurs when a person temporarily experiences an inability to move or speak while transitioning between sleep and wakefulness. Typically, it happens during the onset of sleep or upon waking up, creating a temporary disconnect between the brain and the...

Cells in the brain are wired together like an electric circuit that can relay information from one area of the brain to the next. Even when sleeping, the human brain continues to send signals to process information it has encountered during the day. This results in two patterns of electrical activit...

Whether smoked or drunk or ingested in a fruity little treat or a brownie, marijuana has plenty of proponents, from college students to grandpas, busy professionals to laid-back stoners. Many of them swear by Mary Jane’s ability to remedy any number of ailments, not to mention its positiv...

As someone struggling with sleep troubles for years, I’ve always wanted to try natural solutions that could provide more restful sleep. That led me to the interesting world of hemp-derived cannabinoids. Let me walk you through understanding these compounds and their potential to improve sleep ...

In the quest for a good night’s sleep, many individuals turn to various remedies and strategies to achieve restfulness. Amidst the multitude of options lies a lesser-known cannabinoid that has been gaining attention for its potential sleep-inducing properties: cannabinol, or CBN. In this compr...

As the moon casts its gentle glow over the quiet streets, Sarah settles into her nightly ritual, confident in the transformative power of self-care. Through years of trial and error, she has cultivated habits that not only nourish her skin but also nurture her soul, revealing a luminosity she never ...

Beauty has always been a subject of fascination and admiration across cultures and epochs. While skincare products, makeup, and cosmetic procedures often dominate discussions about beauty enhancement, the role of rest and sleep in maintaining and enhancing beauty is often overlooked. However, mounti...

When I had untreated sleep apnoea for a period of two years, I was swamped. No amount of sleep could match my body’s needs, as I was on average managing ~12% deep sleep a night according to my sleep study. The recommended is about 25%. I’d go to bed at 8am every night, sleep for 10 ho...