
Category: Sleep
Anxiety and Insomnia: How to Reclaim Your Sleep and Your Calm
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at midnight, your mind racing with worries about tomorrow, the morning school drop-off, or a looming work deadline—you’re not alone.
Anxiety and insomnia are like unwelcome partners in crime, feeding off each other in a cycle that disrupts your life, leaving you drained and irritable.
But here’s the truth: restful and rejuvenating sleep is not optional. It’s essential. Your mind and body depend on it.
The Link Between Anxiety and Sleepless Nights
Anxiety and insomnia share an intimate, complicated relationship. Anxiety keeps your brain in overdrive, making it impossible to relax.
When you don’t sleep, your brain struggles to regulate emotions, often making your anxiety worse. It’s a vicious circle that feels impossible to break.
Sleep disturbance is one of the hallmark symptoms of anxiety disorders. Research shows that 90% of people with anxiety disorders experience insomnia.
Additionally, poor sleep has a direct impact on your mental and emotional well-being. Studies reveal that just one night of insufficient sleep can see a 30% decrease in emotional regulation.
This means the less you rest,