Why Can’t I Get A Good Night’s Rest?

• Do you have trouble sleeping because of anxiety?
• Does it feel like every time you lie down to get some sleep, your brain starts running through every possible worry from the day?
• Are you waking up in the middle of the night and can’t seem to shut off your brain?

Anxiety is a common causes of insomnia. With so much going on in our lives during the day (school, work, family, friends, bills, chores, etc), there is not only a lot to think about but also very little time to think about it…that is until our head hits the pillow at the end of the day. No matter how tired we may be, stress and anxiety seem to find a way to perk us and leave us sleepless. Understanding the impact of anxiety on sleep (and vice versa) is the first step to making changes that can lead you to a good night’s rest. Continue reading →