Life keeps us busy. Bouncing between work and home life and balancing relationships with our friends, romantic partners, and coworkers leaves us with minimal time for ourselves. The hustle and bustle can keep us so preoccupied that we lose sleep, forget to eat, and don’t take care of ourselves. This is especially true as it relates to getting enough sleep or reflecting on it at all. Making the conscious effort to have sleep self check-ins might mean the difference between noticing something is wrong and ignoring it until it’s too late.
What Constitutes a Check-In?
The philosophy behind check-ins is taking a moment to be present and think about your well-being. So what does one look like? Reflect on how you’re feeling after you wake up or throughout the day. Some questions to consider posing to yourself might include:
- Did you feel tired throughout the day?
- Have you been gaining unexpected weight?
- Have you been extra moody or short-tempered lately?
Do You Feel Tired Throughout the Day?
Daytime fatigue and feeling tired throughout the day is one of the most recognizable signs of a sleeping problem. That excessively tired feeling is usually the result of sleep deprivation. When someone believes they’re getting enough sleep and still feels this way, it could mean [link id=’108′ text=’sleep apnea‘ esc_html=’false’].
Have You Been Gaining Unexpected Weight?
Maintaining a healthy weight is important for your health for a number of reasons. People who suffer from [link id=’108′ text=’sleep breathing disorders‘ esc_html=’false’] can also suffer from metabolic disorders as a result.
Have You Been Extra Moody or Short-Tempered Lately?
When you’re short on sleep, apart from feeling extra tired, what’s the next feeling that comes to mind? Moody, irritability, and frustration are all synonymous with inadequate sleep. When these feelings start dominating your day unexpectedly, something may be going on with your sleep.
Reflect on the Quality of Your Sleep
Whether you’re looking to improve your sleep quality or just trying to find out what’s going on with your health, self-check-ins can be a great way for people to understand their bodies better. Self-check-ins are quick and easy and can help you get the medical attention you need if you consistently find that you’re not feeling the way you should. Call Dr. Marzban’s office at 703-349-4277 or visit our contact page to schedule a consultation.
