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Wake up to the bigger picture on how to get a better night’s sleep

Last updated: January 23, 2025 12:42 am
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When it comes to establishing healthy habits, being mindful is key. This is why the surge in popularity of sleep-tracking devices among individuals seeking improved rest comes as no surprise. These devices claim to provide insights into not just the duration of your sleep, but also the quality and depth of your rest, as well as predictions about your energy levels the following day.

While many sleep experts question the accuracy of the data collected by these devices, an excessive focus on the numbers can lead to unnecessary worry about sleep quality. This fixation on optimizing sleep, known as orthosomnia, often backfires, causing more sleep disturbances. In essence, information overload can hinder your ability to fall and stay asleep.

Moreover, honing in too closely on what transpires during sleep overlooks the broader perspective. Quality sleep is essential for overall well-being, but as explored in our special feature titled “The new science of sleep: How to sleep better whatever your lifestyle,” achieving good sleep goes beyond just the hours spent in bed.

An obsessive approach to optimising sleep only tends to make things worse

For instance, emerging research indicates a link between a healthy gut microbiome and improved sleep quality, highlighting the significance of diet in enhancing sleep (refer to “The surprising relationship between your microbiome and sleeping well”). Additionally, it is unrealistic to expect uniform sleep requirements every night or identical needs compared to others. Factors such as age, hormonal fluctuations, and individual differences, underscored in “Why your chronotype is key to figuring out how much sleep you need” and “A better understanding of our hormones and sleep could improve both,” influence our sleep patterns.

While optimizing the actual duration of sleep is important, personal insights from experts shared in “What nine sleep researchers do to get their best night’s rest” suggest that the pressure to create the perfect sleep environment can be eased. Recognizing that good sleep is not solely defined by unconscious hours but also by our daytime habits can lead to significant improvements in overall sleep quality.

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