Rest
The parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) controls bodily functions we do not consciously direct, such as digestion and heart rate. Often referred to as the "rest and digest" system, the PNS helps calm the body and promote relaxation, making it essential for good sleep.
Relaxation and Recovery
The connection between the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) and sleep is deeply rooted in the physiological processes that facilitate relaxation and recovery.
Activation of the PNS leads to a decrease in heart rate, lowering of blood pressure, and relaxation of muscles—all physiological changes that are conducive to falling asleep.
This transition is vital for the body to enter the initial stages of non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep, which is the first phase in the sleep cycle.
No More Sleep Debt.
We all suffer from occasional terrible night’s sleep. Wake up feeling like you were hit by a bus, pushed that social outing one or two hours too long, or watched just one more episode.
This is where the trouble starts. One night isn’t so bad, two nights is double the debt compounded, meaning multiple nights in a row can be detrimental.
Rediscover your sleep and transform your bedtime habits into rituals worth sleeping in.
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