Why Your Body Doesn’t Fully Relax at Night
Nighttime sleep isn’t a passive lull—neurons and muscles stay subtly active to protect memory and posture, but what exactly keeps you taut may surprise you.
Nighttime sleep isn’t a passive lull—neurons and muscles stay subtly active to protect memory and posture, but what exactly keeps you taut may surprise you.
Inevitably, your body keeps subtle guardrails during sleep, so you’ll stay curious about what preserves breath and safety yet lets you rest.