The Importance of Sleep.

Ever since we discussed healthy sleeping habits in class I realized how much sleep affects my daily life. The times when I don't get enough sleep, I am extremely grouchy and unproductive. I also seem to make unhealthy decisions as well; such as being lazy and eating unhealthy foods. On the contrary, when I get a good night's sleep, I am more energized and tend to make healthier decisions. Recently I've been trying to follow a more constant sleeping pattern. I've been going to bed earlier and waking up earlier. This works out well for me because I am most productive in the morning. Sleep is also important for your emotional well-being. I said I was grouchy when I didn't get enough sleep, and this is because I tend to think more negative thoughts on days of little sleep. If you are constantly sleep deprived, it could lead to more serious emotional issues.  Sleep effects every aspect of your life in some way. It is also extremely important for learning. When you sleep, you retain information. So when you don't get an adequate amount of sleep, you may not remember important information from the day before. So when you are trying to study for tests, pulling an all-nighter might not be as productive as it seems. Remember, in order to be healthy, adequate sleep is a must!