Can’t sleep?

Lily Johnson
2 min readNov 15, 2023
No sleep = no likes in my book! Photo by Prateek Katyal on Unsplash

Hey, tired souls! If you find yourself staring at the ceiling more than counting sheep like I do, here’s a quick breakdown of why sleep might be playing hard to get:

  1. Digital Overload:

Constant screen time, especially before bedtime, messes with your sleep signals. The blue light emitted from devices tricks your brain into thinking it’s daytime, disrupting your sleep cycle.

2. TMI:

Our brains are like sponges for memes and information, and sometimes, they just don’t know when to chill. Establish screen time limits to give your mind a breather before hitting the hay.

3. Stress and Anxiety:

Maybe it’s more of a burden than you might realize.

Life can be overwhelming, and the fear of missing out or general stress can keep you tossing and turning. Practice mindfulness or relaxation techniques to ease the mind before bedtime.

4. Dystopian Dreams:

Love a good binge-watch? Those dystopian series might be infiltrating your dreams. Consider balancing intense shows with lighter content to avoid turning bedtime into a suspense thriller.

5. Social Media Distractions:

Late-night scrolling can lead to unintentional deep dives into social media. Set…

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