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While You Were Sleeping Issue 62 | August 5, 2024 If you dread morning, it's probably because you don't feel energized to hop out of bed, but believe it or not, you're not supposed to wake up feeling groggy and disoriented. If you do feel groggy, you're likely waking up in the middle of deep sleep. Do you know there's an actual science to waking up feeling refreshed? There is, and it starts with understanding your sleep cycles! This week we're going to cover. How to calculate your sleep Can sleeping separately help your relationship? Finding the right mattress Calculating Your Ideal Sleep Schedule! Your sleep cycles largely depend on age, but your daily schedule, physical health, and sleep habits can complicate things. Despite the various factors affecting your sleep, you can still determine reliable times for waking up and going to bed that fit your sleep schedule. The result? An easier time is falling asleep and waking up, all by following your natural circadian rhythm. Try the Sleep Calculator Sleep Quiz How often does a typical sleep cycle repeat during a full night's sleep?   A. Every 30 minutes B. Every 60 minutes C. Every 90 minutes D. Every 120 minutes   Scroll to the bottom for the answer! Finding Your Perfect Pillow Just Got Easier A well-chosen pillow provides the perfect support for your neck and spine, promoting proper alignment and easing discomfort. This means you'll fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling refreshed and pain-free. We've done the homework and found the best pillows, which cater to every sleep style and combine luxurious comfort with exceptional support. The Best Pillows of 2024 Sleep Tip of the Week Reading is a common bedtime routine that often begins in childhood and can promote healthy sleep into adulthood. When incorporating reading into your bedtime routine as an adult, avoid exciting genres like suspense and action. Specialists Say There Are Benefits To Couples Sleeping Separately Sleeping takes up a third of our lives, and that's a huge chunk of time dedicated to being next to your partner. However, specialists say there are benefits to couples sleeping separately. Does that sound counterintuitive to you? Well, changes in sleep patterns and disturbances have led sleep specialists to suggest that some couples sleeping separately could actually improve intimacy and relationship dynamics. Discover if sleeping separately from your partner is right for you. Learn More Quiz Answer The correct answer is C. Every 90 minutes. Coordinating your sleep with these natural cycles can help you wake up feeling more refreshed and less groggy.

Danny Noyed | Senior Editor Take it from me—don't try to outsmart your natural sleep cycle—you'll only end up spending the first few hours of your day lost in a fog of regret!

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