Sleep Smarter Novels & Stories

Part 2 From a Dream Jennah flipped the covers back and groaned. How can the alarm be going off already? Didn’t I just get to sleep? Sitting up, she squinted over at the clock on the other side of the bed, on the other side of the man still sleeping. She smirked. He was the reason she felt like she’d just gone to sleep. How he could sleep through the alarm beeping, she’d never understand. She shifted to try and reach over him. Twice she had to slide further up in the bed and reach over his muscled chest.

I don't usually sleep well, I wake up countless times to catch my breath when sleeping. I wake up to pee more than five times, the doctor says I'm suffering from sleep apnea, says the reason why I blank out sometimes is because I forget what to say and so it takes time for my brain and body to be back to normal, and maybe I might be sleeping while my eyes were wide open.

"You're losing control, King. Maybe you need a break." "Screw you," I say between gasps for breath. Exhausted, I walk to the wall, turn, and slide down until I land on my butt. I rub the scar on my cheek while melatonin floods my brain in reaction to more K-5 subsiding. Within a few minutes, I can evenly draw air into my lungs and human, post-shift laziness takes over. Finally, something easy to fight. I don't have time for sleep right now.

he says firmly. Part of me is thrilled to still have a therapist, while another part of me could do without the parental lecture regarding my behavior. “We will bump you back up to weekly appointments until you feel like you have more control. As for the sleeping, I recommend finding a book to read before bed.” “A book?” I interrupt. “Yes. Pick something that interests you and designate an hour before bed to read. Screens can keep your brain overstimulated and make it difficult to fall asleep,” he explains, glancing at his watch.

I need to sleep. I need a reset. Tomorrow, this will feel smaller, less intrusive, and easier to manage. Yes…..that’s the plan. I change quickly, slipping into something comfortable before pulling the covers back and settling into bed. The silence wraps around me again, familiar and grounding. I close my eyes, and for a moment, just for a moment, everything feels still, controlled, and manageable Then my phone buzzes and my eyes snap open. I stare at the ceiling for a second before turning my head slowly toward the bedside table.

If you’re being funded, like fully funded especially at a university like this, you should know you’re supposed to earn it every single day with getting perfect grades, good attendance, good performance, No slipping up and no excuses. Which is why I don’t complain. I just deal with it. Or at least… I used to. Because how exactly am I supposed to stay on top of everything, be sharp, focused, and be on my A-game when I can’t even sleep anymore? Most humans need seven to nine hours of sleep each night to function properly and at this point I don’t even think am getting close enough. I’m used to being tired. Used to dragging myself through the day on caffeine and stubbornness after managing two

Sierra ran her fingers through her hair as she crawled under the light cover beside him. “Fair enough. Why have the TV on at all if you want to fall asleep though?” Roman wrapped an arm around her waist and tugged her closer to him as he slid lower in the bed. “I used to have a hard time falling asleep in the mornings after a double or night shift, eventually I bought opaque curtains and trained my mind to fall asleep to the sound of the TV in the background. There’s a lot more atmospheric noise during the day as opposed to at night time so the TV helps to drown it out, now I can't fall asleep at all if I don’t have it on.” He explained, lazily making himself comfortable with his head in the

According to medical professionals, sleeping and, or resting can give a benefit to one's body. When a person sleeps, there are fewer demands made in the heart. The blood pressure will drop and the heart will be able to take a break, and sleeping can also cause the body to release hormones that can slow breathing, and relax other muscles in the body that can reduce inflammation and assist with healing, this Jacob suggested that if Aiden would like to schedule an appointment for a full body massage tomorrow morning or later in the afternoon.

Richard Sleep is the last thing on my mind after that dreadful nightmare. My heart is still racing, and my mind is filled with vivid images from the dream. I can't shake off the feeling of unease, making it impossible to find any peace or relaxation in sleep. But with Regina by my side, I feel a sense of comfort and security. Her presence helps to calm my racing heart and soothe my troubled mind. Despite the lingering unease, having her beside me brings a glimmer of hope that sleep will eventually come and provide some much-needed rest.

“Calvin, smoking before bed affects your sleep quality. If you can avoid it for a few days, it might help.” Calvin flicked the ash from his cigarette. “I can’t sleep. There won’t be any hypnosis tonight. You should go home early.” Rose looked at his back. Even without seeing his face, the sight of him was striking enough to take one’s breath away. His very presence radiated an aura of absolute power. Rose’s heart ached with the thought that if she could only embrace him from behind, perhaps… She stifled the thoughts that had no place in her mind and said softly, “Alright. Try to get to bed earlier. Even if you can’t sleep, avoid looking at electronic devices. Simply closing your eyes and res