March 17 was World Sleep Day. The day celebrates the healthy habit of sleeping on time and well, the benefits of good sleep, and throws ligh...
March 17 was World Sleep Day. The day celebrates the healthy habit of sleeping on time and well, the benefits of good sleep, and throws light on the ailments that sleep disorders might lead to. In our fast-paced life, many of us are sleep deprived. Many try to manage with just four hours of sleep. Celebs talk on the issue, of how much sleep a person should get every night and share tips for getting a good night's sleep.
Sudhanshu Pandey
In the kind of
lives we lead in a city like Mumbai and also being a part of this profession
where we are shooting non-stop, I guess a lot of us get sleep deprived, But it
is up to the person who is really very sure about how they want to
compartmentalize their life on a daily basis in terms of sleeping hours, eating
hours and working hours. If you do that it becomes a little sorted but yes a
lot of people are sleep deprived of the kind of schedules they normally have.
I try to get 7 hours of sleep as I believe that a minimum of 7-8 hours of sleep is
very important and it is important for functioning, for your mental and
physical health. Some people manage 4 hours of sleep, something I think is very scary because sleep deprivation sooner or later
causes a lot of illnesses. You get sick very fast, immunity dips and a lot many
problems crop up over a period of time. I personally feel people should get at
least 8 hours of sleep every night because it is healthy. It is important
because that's when I feel rejuvenated, my body feels recovered and I feel
fresh in the morning. Insomnia has become very common but that is also because
of the kind of lifestyles we lead. For a good night's sleep, my top priority
would be to do five-minute deep breathing just before I sleep and lie down so
that I can get a very sound sleep.
Esha Gaur
Yes, a lot of people
suffer from insomnia these days because of work pressure. But I feel if you're
healthy, it's good to have 4 hours of sleep and work as much as you can. Even
though I believe Sadhguru's thesis that if you don't work hard, then there's no
point in living. I believe in it.
Aditi Shetty
We all live busy
lives but we are all very well aware that sleep is necessary, still, we tend to
ignore it. Sleep for me is essential and I get spiritually recharged when I get
a good eight-hour sleep. Human bodies are like machines and we should sleep
well and give ourselves the much-needed rest and break from the objective
world. I love sleeping. I feel at least six hours of sleep is essential for
good health and vitality. If I don’t get my minimum hours of sleep I can be
irritable and have mood swings. Someone wise said, early to bed early to rise,
makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise. I swear by that saying, it helps me
maintain a peaceful life, career, and overall well-being. I never faced
insomnia, I can go to sleep anytime. But I have friends who have had issues
with getting a good night’s sleep due to stress and a busy lifestyle and have to
take medication for it. Being an actor you don’t have a fixed schedule. Some
days you get little sleep and give your best at work, but I make sure I
compensate for it on my off days. Less screen time before you go to bed and
meditation before sleeping really helps relax your body. Meditation helped me
get good sleep and wake up happy. I also make a gratitude list of at least 10
things before I sleep.
Aadesh Chaudhary
Well yes, I used to
get less sleep if we did daily soaps. I sleep 6 to 8 hours. Sleep is the most
important thing for being healthy. I feel at least 6-8 hours of sleep is very
essential for health. I have my own funda about it. I always put something from
my playlist, sometimes songs, discovery channels, or sometimes mantras.
Pranitaa Pandit
It's not very good
to mention that it is somewhat true that a few people have been experiencing
this issue, can't sleep at night, up until now. Several of my friends in the
industry are also dealing with the same issues. And speaking for myself, I do
occasionally experience this issue when I don't feel asleep till two in the
morning despite having plans for the following day. Nonetheless, I believe it
should never become a habit. Thus, I make every effort. And to do that, I
engage in yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises, which all help me maintain
mental focus and find peace. So anytime I'm in bed, I dim the lights and just
fall asleep. And I try to get 7-8 hours of good sleep every night. We need it
for our mental peace and for brain cells to work properly the following day.
Rahul Bhatia
Sleep deprivation
is a serious but largely neglected issue. Inadequate sleep also leads to
inefficiencies at work and loss of productivity. Many of us keep working late
at night to fulfill our professional commitments and forget to take care of
ourselves. I get to sleep for 4-5 hours because of several areas that I look
into like my business, YouTube, Instagram, and other social media handles. A
person should sleep for at least 8 hours a day to work productively. Insomnia
is very common, especially in adults. Research also suggests that Indians are
also the second-most sleep deprived after Japan. Sleep deprivation not only
affects one’s physical health adversely by increasing the chances of diabetes,
gastrointestinal issues, high blood pressure, and heart attacks but also takes a
toll on mental health by increasing the risk of depression and anxiety. It is a
serious health issue and is under-recognized in modern society. Keeping your sleeping
environment clean, dark, and quiet would help in falling asleep. Avoid
distractions such as using electronic devices, mobiles, televisions, and
tablets. Exercising regularly and avoiding energy drinks help as well. You can
also practice meditation which helps in relaxing the muscles.
Anshuman Chaturvedi
It's our lifestyle that is the problem. Staying awake till late at night has become the norm. Gadgets have taken over our lives. When we are not doing anything, we are surfing social media. This intrusion has killed the emotional aspect of our lives and the majority of us are not in good health. When the person is happy, five-six hours are enough, but if someone is stressed then no amount of sleep can help. Insomnia is a lifestyle problem. I have also suffered from it in the past but as I grew older, I didn't allow it to engulf me again. Work harder in whatever field you are in and then leave everything to a bigger power. Remember, we don't control life, we just navigate through it. Challenges come our way and we find a way to deal with them when we are unable to deal with them we just let them be. I don't stress about things or overthink, and try to stay normal with whatever is coming my way. I don't need a kick to stay happy. I meditate and surrender to God to stay calm and composed. Sleep is not an issue in my case.
Hansa Singh
I cherish my beauty
sleep. So in a sense, my most important fitness credo is also to get
enough sleep. Although I prefer to get a full 8 hours of sleep each night,
there are those days when I sleep for 12 hours uninterrupted. I pay close
attention to my health. You readily fall asleep while living an overly
demanding lifestyle. Some days, all I need to do is turn on some calming music
to fall asleep. I don't have insomnia, but when I don't feel asleep, I am
scared.
Rishina Kandhari
Being an actress, I
am well aware of the obvious difference that getting enough sleep has on one's
ability to perform, and look nice in front of the camera, among many
other things. Sleep is crucial in all professions, but perhaps even more so in
the creative fields. My goal is to go to sleep on time. I sleep by 11pm and get
up by 7am. By god's grace, I sleep peacefully. Also, my dinner is 7pm every day.
I do not eat anything after that. I have a heavy breakfast.
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