The sleep team: Sometimes we are having a great time and we never want it to end, however, other times we can’t wait to hide from the world. To have a good day or night is a choice and yes to have a bad day or night is a choice too. A bad day for some might be not getting that work project ... [ Read More ]
The sleep query
Again the sleep question of how much? The best answer I have come across about how much sleep we need is from Jim Horne, at Loughborough University's Sleep Research Centre. He said: "The amount of sleep we require is what we need not to be sleepy in the daytime." Scientists are still baffled about ... [ Read More ]
How to Choose the Perfect Bed
How to Choose the Perfect Bed By Joana Chrystal Michelle C Ventura People spend at least 1/3 of their day on their beds sleeping. This estimate does not include the time people spend watching TV on their beds, reading books or just relaxing. Thus, choosing the perfect bed and is very important ... [ Read More ]
Emma’s story
Emma’s sleepy time stories My name is Emma and I want to talk about sleep. I am in Grade 3 and nearly 8-years-old. I like having sleep-overs with my friend Hannah. I used to wake up in the middle of the night and creep into my Mum’s bed. My favourite pillow case is Holly Hobble. Holly ... [ Read More ]
10 Day activities important for sleep
10 day-time activities important for sleep Sleep is not a stand-alone activity: basically, if you have had a good day you will have a good sleep. 1. Plan your day 2. Wake with plenty of time in the morning 3. Write a list so you cover the must do activities – house chores, reply to texts, ... [ Read More ]
Information on sleep
Information on sleep There is so much information about sleep. It is written and talked about probably because we all do it or should do it. We can’t survive without it. Sleep is interesting, sleep is peaceful and magical. Sleep is done in so many different ways, but at the same time in ... [ Read More ]
To sleep or not to sleep!
To sleep or not to sleep! There is a reason why humans need sleep. The best reason is so we are equipped to make informed decisions. Nevertheless, some would argue the best decisions have been made whilst people have been half-asleep or dreaming! These decisions have probably been more ... [ Read More ]
TED talks on sleep
Sleep team find: TED talks about every topic possible and sleep is one of the many topics. Everyone is an expert on sleep because we all do it and fairly regularly. Listen to three people’s perspectives on sleep. http://www.ted.com/talks/jessa_gamble_how_to_sleep.html ... [ Read More ]
English ladies like Kate do snore
Snoring probably causes many marital arguments, and is why many couples sleep separately, however, the snore that keeps a group of friends awake on a weekend away – is hilarious! Image source Seven ladies had a night of laughing and wine and pizza and one by one retired to bed! After showers, ... [ Read More ]
You sleep with your phone
The sleep team on beds and phones: Lumpy beds are not good and if you are staying away in a hotel – complain, but if it is your bed – investigate. If your bed is old and you are saving for a new one in the mean time you could put a mattress topper on top to help. Other reasons your bed may be lumpy: ... [ Read More ]
Guess the topic
Guess the topic You can pretty much do it anywhere. Can you guess the topic? Humans need relief, peace, a break from reality. We can’t work all of the time. We do it because it looks and feels good. It isn’t too over-rated - it is pretty good and most people enjoy it and sometimes we ... [ Read More ]
Happy Sleepster or Easter!!
Happy Sleepster or Easter!! This long weekend is good for so many reasons and means different things to different people. Of course the religious meaning, family togetherness, rest time, a time to organise things...the list is endless. I want everyone to enjoy themselves in whatever they do. I also ... [ Read More ]
In Need Of Sleep
In Need Of Sleep By Roseanna Leaton The health benefits of sleep are both varied and well known. We all need to have an adequate amount and quality of sleep so as to be able to function as we should on both mental and physical tasks. Sleep is probably the best beauty treatment available to a person, ... [ Read More ]
The Energy Drink Myth
The Energy Drink Myth This may sound obvious, but what you're getting from energy drinks is not real energy. Energy drinks are loaded with simple sugars and stimulants that mimic the feeling of having more energy, but what they don't do is give you energy. At best, ingesting these drinks will only ... [ Read More ]
10 things to understand about sleep
1. we need it 2. It is safe 3. your body recuperates during sleep 4. sleep helps with all health issues 5. sleep is a peaceful time 6. to sleep effectively is a skill 7. waking up is beautiful 8. sleep is being clean and warm 9. sleep is escaping for a while 10. sleep is what most new ... [ Read More ]
12 Natural Tips To Stay Awake
12 Natural Tips To Stay Awake By Kirsten Whittaker When energy flags, many of us rely on tried and tested tips to stay awake - reaching for an energy drink or cup of strong coffee when fatigue starts to invade our waking hours. The trouble is, using caffeine to hold off sleepiness begins a vicious ... [ Read More ]
Happy in bed
Happy in bed When one or two people are sitting in bed angry - sometimes it is so hard to snap out of it unless a car is rammed through your bedroom wall!!! Image Source Science has proved that going to sleep straight after an argument means you will wake up with the same negative feelings ... [ Read More ]
modes of sleep
modes of sleep When are we half asleep, pretending we are asleep, wishing we were asleep, never wanting to sleep, physically too excited to sleep, too anxious to sleep, have nowhere sleep, don't feel safe to sleep, or we are asleep! Sleeping is happening constantly..there is people sleeping ... [ Read More ]
Single parents and good habits
Nutrition and sleep When the war was current and the depression hit families everyone was affected. Presently, just personal wars are causing grief. Years ago food was a problem because it was scarce. Now the scarcity isn’t the problem but the nutritional level is and the sleep patterns of ... [ Read More ]
How to "Write While You Sleep"
How to "Write While You Sleep" By Diane Eble One of the things I've studied for years, simply because it fascinates me, is the creative process. There are stages in the creative process. I will tell you what they are, then show you how to work with these stages so that you are always ... [ Read More ]
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