Waking Up Easier
Do you struggle with waking up in the morning? A 2021 study found that 70% of poor sleepers wake up feeling tired, and 60% say they rarely, if ever, wake up feeling rested or refreshed. Waking up feeling ready for the day is crucial for productivity, and it can set the tone for your entire […]
What Side to Lay on When Your Stomach Hurts
Anyone with stomach irritation or digestive issues knows how drastically it can disrupt your life. You spend all your time searching for the perfect position to soothe your stomach and ease the pain. That’s why knowing what side to lay on for nausea and digestive discomfort can mean the difference between waking up wincing […]
Why Does My Dog Sleep Against Me?
If you’re a dog mom or dad, you have probably asked yourself at some point: why does my dog sleep against me? Let us know if you relate – when you crawl into bed at night, ready to relax and get your valuable ZZZs, your four-legged child hops up into bed, blatantly ignoring all of […]
How to Move a Mattress
New year, new home? If you fall into this category, congratulations! Whether your move is for upsizing or downsizing, it’s a great opportunity to assess your home inventory and decide what items to take or leave. This is an easy decision for smaller items that aren’t considered “essentials”. However, larger household staples may take more […]
Lack of Sleep Makes You More Selfish
In our last post, we discussed findings from a UC Berkeley study that demonstrated how sleep-deprived subjects not only felt lonelier but also avoided close contact in much the same way as people with social anxiety. So, in a nutshell, insomnia can kill your social life and even trigger a disturbing “viral contagion of social […]
A Bad Mattress Can Kill Your Social Life
There’s no doubt that a poor night’s sleep comes with plenty of physical baggage the next day – from listless limbs to red-streaked eyes. And the side effects don’t stop there because the mental baggage is just waiting in the wings to join the show – complete with the brain fog you just can’t shake. […]
Eat, SLEEP, Game – Repeat.
If you have any connection to a gamer or the gaming world, you’ve heard this saying plenty of times – or even seen it plastered to gaming cave walls or on a well-worn t-shirt. However, “Eat-Sleep-Game-Repeat” is more than just a catchy phrase loved by avid gamers and tournament winners in Korea and Australia. Instead, […]
How much turkey do you have to eat to get sleepy from tryptophan?
Gobble, gobble, friends! It’s turkey season, a.k.a. the holiday season. Grab your stretchy pants and get ready for family, friends, and food – lots and lots of food. Every third Thursday of November, Americans gather and gorge on Thanksgiving feasts, inviting diets to exit stage left as we eat like bears before hibernation. Most Thanksgiving […]
Creative Decluttering Hacks: The Bedroom Edit
Setting your intentions to get regular quality sleep takes some work. From changing lifestyle habits to being mindful of your sleep hygiene, there are a lot of factors to consider in the quest to get better rest – including creating a tranquil space to slip into deep, restorative sleep. However, the bedroom tends to […]
What’s the real deal with beauty sleep?
The beauty industry is part of the big B club, i.e., it’s worth billions. The US cosmetic market is worth a staggering $62.46 billion, and sales in face skincare alone are projected to reach $28.16B this year. (1,2) Given society’s fascination with looking young as long as possible, these numbers aren’t all that surprising. […]
