ARE YOU DAYTIME TIRED, NIGHTTIME WIRED?

Tired all day but still can't sleep? Here's what could be going on.

- Prachi Rijhwani

Ever find yourself yawning through the day, desperate for a nap, only to be wide-eyed and alert when your head hits the pillow? You're not alone! The puzzling combo of daytime drowsiness and nighttime restlessness can leave you wondering if you've signed up for some strange cosmic prank. Before you reach for that third coffee or start doubting your sanity, let's break down a few reasons why you might be caught in this cycle – and how to get back to snooze-town.

Your Mind Won't Stop Chattering

If you're replaying your day like a film reel or making mental to-do lists at bedtime, this “mind chatter” could be your culprit. Our brains are like busy little computers, and, when they're overclocked, they can’t switch off so easily. Instead of drifting off to sleep, you're revved up thinking about that awkward encounter or whether you remembered to turn off the stove.

HOW TO WIND DOWN: Try setting a “worry time” earlier in the evening. This is your designated period to sort out those stray thoughts, jot them down in a notebook, and close them with a sense of finality. This way, when you hit the pillow, your mind knows it’s time to rest.