Don't Go to Bed Mad

Most of us have heard the saying, “The best way to maintain a healthy relationship is to not go to bed mad.” This is rather good advice even if it wasn’t based in research…until now. While we can’t control all the stressors that come into our lives, making a conscious effort to resolve conflict can be a means to substantially reduce our stress level. Here are some tips to consider…

Relationships, Communication, Conflict, SleepSaundra SchrockMay 10, 2021Relationships, Conflict, Sleep

Does a Busy Mind Keep You Awake at Night?

Do you toss and turn at night? Do you churn things in your mind, robbing you of much-needed sleep? If so, you aren't alone. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends that adults need seven or more hours of sleep per night to reduce the risk of adverse health outcomes. Many fall short of this guideline. So, what can you do to improve your sleep?

Healthy Living, Sleep, Thoughts, WorrySaundra SchrockFebruary 15, 2021Worry, Rumination, Healthy Habits, Sleep

COVID Dreams

Have you noticed a difference in your dreams during the pandemic? If so, you are not alone. A May 2020 study of more than 3,000 U. S. adults found that those who were the most impacted by the pandemic noticed a strong impact on their dream life (Schredl and Bulkeley, 2020). Let’s find out why.

Mindfulness, COVID-19, Dreams, SleepSaundra SchrockNovember 2, 2020COVID-19, Mindfulness, Sleep, Dreams

Sleep: More Important Than Ever

Research shows that only about half of us are satisfied with either the quality or amount of sleep we get (Lau et al, 2018). And this was before Covid-19. With so much going on in the world and in our personal lives, it is understandable that we may be experiencing even more difficulty with our sleep habits. So, what can we do about it?