Sleep Science

Evidence-based strategies for better sleep, from circadian biology to clinical interventions.

9 Articles
Marcus Webb · 10 min read

7 Sleep Hygiene Rules That Are Actually Wrong (And What to Do Instead)

Most sleep advice is outdated or oversimplified. Here are the myths sleep researchers wish you'd stop believing.

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Marcus Webb · 11 min read

How to Reset Your Circadian Rhythm in 7 Days

A step-by-step protocol for resetting your internal clock using light exposure, meal timing, and temperature cues.

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Marcus Webb · 13 min read

CBT-I: The Gold Standard Insomnia Treatment Most People Have Never Heard Of

Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia outperforms sleeping pills in every long-term study. Here's how it works.

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Marcus Webb · 9 min read

The Truth About Melatonin: What It Does, What It Doesn't, and Why Your Dose Is Probably Wrong

Most people take 10x more melatonin than research supports. Here's what the science actually says about this misunderstood supplement.

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Marcus Webb · 8 min read

The Science of Napping: How 20 Minutes Can Undo 8 Hours of Stress

A well-timed nap does more than fight fatigue — it actively resets your stress hormones and restores cognitive function.

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Marcus Webb · 9 min read

Can You Actually 'Catch Up' on Sleep? What the Science Says

Weekend sleep-ins feel restorative, but the research on sleep debt tells a more complicated story.

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Marcus Webb · 11 min read

The Sleep-Anxiety Spiral: How to Break the Cycle When You Can't Sleep Because You're Anxious

Anxiety causes insomnia, and insomnia causes anxiety. Breaking this cycle requires targeting both simultaneously.

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Marcus Webb · 10 min read

The Complete Guide to Body Scan Meditation for Stress Relief

Body scan meditation is one of the most well-researched mindfulness practices for stress and pain relief. Here's how to do it right.

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Marcus Webb · 9 min read

Progressive Muscle Relaxation: The 15-Minute Technique That Outperforms Benzodiazepines

PMR has been shown to reduce anxiety as effectively as medication in multiple studies. Here's the step-by-step protocol.

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