Why It Happens:
- Stress & Anxiety: Tension and anxiety put your body on high alert, even when you’re trying to relax.
- Sleep Deprivation: Not getting enough rest throws off your body’s sleep cycles, leading to these random jerks.
How to Fix It:
Try stress-relieving activities before bed like deep breathing or stretching. Also, make sure you’re getting enough sleep—your body needs it.
2. Sleep Paralysis—Waking Up, But You Can’t Move
Ever wake up in a panic but couldn’t move or speak? This terrifying phenomenon is called sleep paralysis, and it happens when you wake up before your REM sleep cycle finishes, leaving your brain awake but your body still paralyzed.
Why It Happens:
- Stress and Sleep Deprivation: Overwork and anxiety disrupt the balance between body and brain during sleep.
- Poor Sleep Habits: Bad sleep positions or irregular sleep schedules can increase your chances of this happening.
How to Fix It:
Establish a relaxing pre-sleep routine to reduce stress. Sleeping on your side, not your back, also helps.
