Johnathan Neal+FollowWhy You Wake Up Before Your AlarmEver open your eyes minutes before your alarm and wonder if you’ve got a secret superpower? Turns out, there are three reasons for this: 1) Your sleep schedule is on point—your body’s internal clock is basically a pro. 2) You’re stressed about missing something important, so your brain wakes you up early. 3) You might actually be manifesting your wake-up time! Wild, right? Next time it happens, just know your brain is working overtime (for better or worse). #SleepFacts #CircadianRhythm #SleepHacks #Health #MentalHealth20Share
Jennifer Vargas+FollowSleep Paralysis Demons Are Real?!Ever woken up and felt like you couldn’t move—while some creepy shadow lurked nearby? That’s sleep paralysis, and it’s way more common than you think (30% of us have had it!). Turns out, your brain wakes up before your body does, which can lead to wild, terrifying hallucinations. Stress, bad sleep, and even your culture can shape what you see. The good news: it’s not dangerous, and there are tricks to make it less scary. Wild, right? #SleepParalysis #SleepFacts #WeirdScience #Health376282Share
herreradennis+FollowWeekend Lie-Ins Could Save Your HearingTurns out, those extra weekend lie-ins aren’t just for catching up on Netflix. A new study found that people in their 40s and 50s who grab an extra hour of sleep on weekends are up to 40% less likely to deal with hearing loss as they age! Scientists think the extra rest helps protect the nerves in your ears. So next time you hit snooze, just say you’re protecting your future self’s playlists! #SleepFacts #HearingHealth #WeekendWin #Health100Share