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Deep sleep and meditation have many similarities in terms of the benefits they provide to the body and mind. But there are also some crucial differences between them. Let's explore meditation vs. sleep and their impressive power to restore and revitalize the body and mind.

Adrenal fatigue is a condition that occurs when your body's hormonal levels are no longer balanced. The CDC estimates 1 million Americans struggle with adrenal fatigue. We’ll break down the symptoms and stages of adrenal fatigue for you. Then, we’ll offer some natural remedies to rebalance your body.

Disrupted sleep. Drowsiness. Irritability. Fear. That's the chain of repercussions that come from the burden of sleeping with a snorer. After trying everything and hoping for the best, unfortunately, the snores do not disappear. So what can you do to start sleeping peacefully again? Here are our tips.

Accounts of lucid dreaming go back as far as Aristotle. But what exactly is lucid dreaming? And—aside from improving your sleep—why would you want to do it? As it turns out, it’s not only enjoyable—but there is a wide range of health benefits of lucid dreaming. Here’s how to expand your mind while you’re fast asleep.

Whether you are nine years old and just received your first diary or you are 90 years old and have been an active journal-keeper for life, journaling at night can benefit you in so many ways. Here's an overview of how to start your journaling journey and how to explore more healthy habits before bed.

Upon hearing that they're expecting, one of the first things many parents do is start designing a nursery. While a frilly nursery is lovely, it does you little good if their baby can't get to sleep. We'll review some tips to help new parents get the most out of their nursery and savor their baby's sleepytime.

Working together, you can help your children have a fun time switching up their rooms to match who they have grown into this year. Let's explore several fun ways parents can redecorate their children's bedrooms together as a family.

Reading in bed is one of the great joys in life. There's something magical about a lazy Sunday morning or a late night sprawled out in bed, absorbed in a good book, game, or movie. So, what’s the key to a long lounging-in-bed session? It's as simple as having the perfect pillows and knowing how to position them.

Whatever the reason, thousands of people every night are in bed—lounging, but not sleeping. For anyone who spends a lot of time staying awake in bed—day or night—there are a few things you can do differently to make that time extra comfortable.

Medicinal mushrooms such as Reishi, Cordyceps, and Lion's Mane have numerous health benefits—reducing stress, supporting the immune system, and optimizing neurological function. All of these can enhance our ability to get a deep and restful night's sleep. We'll share how medicinal mushrooms can help you sleep better.

If you're like most people, you may not overthink about your bedtime routine until your sleep begins to suffer. If sleep is eluding you, try incorporating all five of your senses into your sleep routine. Here are some tips to get you started.

If you lie awake at night tossing and turning longer than you would like, you may have already tried some of the commonly recommended sleep-promoting suggestions. Many people who struggle to relax rely on the sleep-promoting benefits of herbal tea before bed. Learn how you can fall asleep faster with herbal tea.