Sleep Hygiene 101: A Mental Health Perspective
Why Your Pillow Might Be Your Strongest Mental Health Ally If you’ve ever woken up groggy, irritable, or emotionally drained, you’re not alone. Millions struggle with poor sleep —often without realizing just how deeply it affects their mental health . Sleep isn’t just a passive state where your body shuts down; it’s an essential, active process where your brain and emotions are recalibrated for the next day. Neglecting it can slowly erode your mood, focus, and overall mental well-being. Welcome to Sleep Hygiene 101 —where we explore not just how to sleep better, but why it’s the most underrated tool in your mental health toolkit. What Is Sleep Hygiene? Sleep hygiene refers to the set of habits, behaviors, and environmental factors that help you achieve quality, restorative sleep. Think of it as “sleep self-care”—a set of intentional practices that improve your chances of falling asleep quickly, staying asleep, and waking up refreshed. Key Components of Sleep Hygiene: Co...