Tired of Being Tired? 🥺 How Stress Stole My Sleep?
How Stress Stole My Sleep (And How I Got It Back) There was a time when I thought I could handle anything—work deadlines, family responsibilities, and endless to-do lists—until stress quietly crept in and stole my sleep . Tossing and turning at night, my mind raced with worries, and no matter how exhausted I was, restful sleep felt just out of reach. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Stress and sleep are deeply connected, and when one suffers, the other follows. The Nighttime Thief: How Stress Hijacks Sleep Stress triggers our body’s fight-or-flight response , flooding us with cortisol and adrenaline—hormones that keep us alert. While this is useful in emergencies, chronic stress tricks the brain into staying "on" even when it’s time to rest. The result? Trouble falling asleep – Overthinking keeps you awake for hours. Frequent wake-ups – Even if you doze off, stress can jolt you awake. Poor sleep quality – Less deep sleep means you wake up feeli...