Post by @innerbalancelab2

Ever feel exhausted but still find yourself wide awake at night? Or wake up feeling like you never truly rested? Stress can affect your sleep more than you might realize. When you’re under pressure, your body’s stress response can make it harder to relax, fall asleep, or stay asleep. But here’s something important: poor sleep doesn’t automatically mean you have high cortisol. Sleep can be affected by many things, including anxiety, caffeine, irregular sleep schedules, medications, and other health conditions. Instead of trying to diagnose yourself from a list of symptoms, start by noticing your sleep patterns and the stress you’re carrying throughout the day. Give yourself time to wind down, keep a consistent sleep schedule, and create a bedtime routine that helps you feel more settled. Small changes can be a good starting point. 🤍 Swipe through to learn what stress-related sleep struggles can look like, and save this post for later. Have you ever felt tired all day but suddenly wide awake at bedtime? #sleephealth #bettersleep #fyp #cortisol #stressmanagement