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Uninterrupted Sleep
The pervasiveness of electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, has revolutionized the way we live and work but has also encroached upon our sleep habits. The constant connectivity and stimulation provided by these devices can disrupt our natural sleep-wake cycles, making it difficult to unwind and fall asleep at night. The temptation to check emails, scroll through social media feeds, or watch videos late into the night can lead to bedtime procrastination and ultimately interfere with our ability to achieve deep, restorative sleep.
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Simple Pleasures
Finding joy in life's simple pleasures is indeed a luxury often overlooked in the relentless pursuit of material wealth and external validation. Simple pleasures refer to the small, everyday experiences and moments of happiness that bring a sense of contentment, fulfillme...
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Mental Health Days
In today's fast-paced and demanding world, taking a day off for mental well-being is indeed often considered a luxury rather than a necessity. The pervasive culture of productivity and the stigma surrounding mental health issues can make it difficult for individuals to pr...
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Personal Development
Amid hectic schedules and competing demands, investing time in personal growth and development has indeed become a luxury rather than a commonplace practice for us. The relentless pace of modern life often leaves little time or energy for self-reflection, learning, and pe...
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Physical Books
In an era dominated by e-readers, digital libraries, and online platforms, the tactile experience of reading a physical book has indeed become a luxury for many. While electronic devices offer convenience and accessibility, they cannot replicate the sensory pleasures and ...
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Time
Indeed, time has undergone a profound transformation from being abundant to becoming a precious commodity in our modern, fast-paced lives. In the past, people often had leisurely schedules, with ample time for relaxation, contemplation, and pursuing personal interests. Da...
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Silence
In the bustling chaos of the modern world, moments of silence have indeed become a precious rarity. The pervasive presence of noise pollution, emanating from traffic, construction, machinery, electronic devices, and urban environments, permeates our daily lives, leaving l...
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This work (not just a book but a nostalgic companion) tells us that we are at the peak of modernization and have lost many extraordinary things that were easily accessible to almost all of us some time ago. On the way to urbanization, society and businesses have converted these ordinary things into luxurious ones, so that you've to pay something (be it money, special attention, your focus, etc.) to them. Let's get to know, what we've been losing during the process....
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The science of sleep
When we close our eyes for the night, our mind cycles through different stages of sleep:
- Light sleep: Which is most similar to being awake
- REM (or Rapid-Eye-Movement): Where our minds are asleep but active and where dreams are most likely to happen
- Deep sleep: Where our...
Bad habits that affect sleep quality
- Exercising close to bedtime: it can act as a stimulate and keep you from falling asleep;
- Scanning your phone in bed: bright light tricks your body into thinking it's daytime;
- Late-night eating;
- Working right up until bedtime: you need to un...
The relationship between diet and sleep
Researchers found that eating more saturated fat and less fibre from foods like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains led to reductions in slow-wave sleep - the deep restorative kind of sleep.
People who consume a high-carbohydrate diet
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