A calm mind and body for better sleep There are certain things that I consciously avoid near my bedtime because they almost always make for a worse night of sleep. When I work too late, I’m normally left with lingering
I started this blog writing project during the height of covid-19 in a fit of boredom, but I continue to write the blog because advocating for better sleep and more focused work is something that I enjoy. For my work,
Co-sleep with partners and pets is good in some cases, but not others Sleeping with another being, whether it be another human or a pet, is one of the most intimate experiences that we share. Sleep puts us in
My humble opinion on implications of the biannual time change and our need for consistently adequate sleep Daylight saving time is a constant point of debate. However, the position of most sleep researchers on daylight saving time is clear —
How might sleep/wake schedules impact romantic relationships? We often consider a defined set of criteria when vetting potential romantic partners. We evaluate their character and personality, their attractiveness, their occupation, and hobbies. Essentially, we’re interested in getting to know people,
Don’t let your travels ruin your slumbers! A trip away from home often means poor sleep. We’ve all been there. After having done quite a bit of traveling myself, I can attest to that fact. Traveling for conferences, visiting family,
My bedroom is my rendition of a cave: cool, dark, and quiet. Does your sleep space have similar conditions? Here are a few simple and creative ways that may help improve your sleep environment. Even as a sleep researcher,
Balancing a busy schedule, sleeping well, and working out is hard. As academics who study sleep and exercise regularly, we* spend a lot of time thinking about the best way to find a good balance between sleep
What constitutes a good workspace? Recently, many people upgraded their home officesin attempts to be more productive while working from home. We often think about environmental changes that will help us to be more efficient and to