STORY By DOMINIC ORENGE
Every night,the world slows down. A quiet transformation takes place.At this period a person is able to reflect on the all the days activities.The brain gets relaxed and sorts through the days activities and memories while at sleep.
Yet, in today's fast paced world, sleep is often the first thing to be sacrificed. Worse , some people work all 24 hours and they end up messing health wise.
We treat sleep as a luxury rather than necessity. Behind the scene, sleep wields a silent power-one that shapes our mental clarity , emotional stability and physical well-being in ways we often underestimate.
Sleep is more than even rest. It is not simply a pause button on our lives. It is an important process that fuels every aspect of our being. While we are asleep, our bodies go through crucial repair and regeneration.The brain clears out toxins, consolidates memories and strengthens neutral connection. And when we wake up, we have refreshed minds.
Dr Emily Carter, a sleep specialist, explains sleep is like a power reset for the body. Its during these hours that we process emotions, restore our energy and regulate hormones. Missing just few hours of sleep can set a chain reaction of negative effect.It may increase risks of health diseases, diabetes, obesity and even mental disorders like anxiety and depression. Loss of sleep impairs or rather affects decision making, reduces creativity and makes us prone to mood swings.
When you stay a night without sleeping you will ever feel irritable after that night.Your brain will struggle to function without proper recovery. Also, long term consistent sleep loss can accelerate aging, weaken immunity and contribute to burnout.If we prioritize sleep we will have great improvement even in how we work and also how we carry ourselves out. By doing so one has to stick to sleep schedule; that is going to bed on time. Also create a restful environment. Dark, quite and cool room signals your brain that it's time to unwind.And lastly, being mindful of caffeine and heavy metals that can interfere with sleep quality.
For the sake of good health and proper decision making consider to prioritize sleep.
The Feature Story Writer is a Second Year Student at Chuka University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies
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