Sleep Science
The science of sleep explained — sleep stages, circadian rhythm, sleep drive, common myths, and how much sleep you really need.
New here? Read these in order
- 1The Stages of Sleep: What Happens When You Close Your EyesWhat happens across a night of sleep
- 2Circadian Rhythm Explained: Your Body's Internal ClockYour internal clock, and why timing matters as much as duration
- 3How Light Resets the Circadian Clock: The Science Behind Light TherapyThe science behind light therapy
- 4Sleep Myths vs. Facts: What the Research Actually ShowsCommon beliefs checked against the research
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How Light Resets the Circadian Clock: The Science Behind Light Therapy
How light entrains your body clock — ipRGCs, melanopsin, the SCN, the phase response curve, and why the timing and wavelength of light matter so much.
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ScienceCircadian Rhythm Explained: Your Body's Internal Clock
Learn how your circadian rhythm controls sleep, alertness, and health — and what happens when it gets disrupted.
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ScienceSleep Myths vs. Facts: What the Research Actually Shows
Separating common sleep misconceptions from evidence-based facts. What science really says about alcohol, naps, snoring, and more.
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ScienceThe Stages of Sleep: What Happens When You Close Your Eyes
Learn about the four stages of sleep, why each matters for your health, and what a normal night of sleep looks like.
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