Victoria Ashcroft

The body is in bed. The lights are off. Everything says “sleep”… except the brain. Thoughts bounce around. The heart won’t slow down. The longer sleep doesn’t come, the more frustrating it gets. Sound familiar? Sometimes, falling asleep isn’t about being tired enough — it’s about feeling safe and calm enough. One of the best Read More

Ah, sleep. That elusive, sometimes fickle friend. We all know the feeling: staring at the ceiling at 3 a.m., listening to the hum of the fridge, replaying awkward conversations from ten years ago. If you’ve ever turned to natural remedies, chances are two names keep popping up—chamomile and valerian root. But which one truly reigns Read More

For many, sleep is when the body resets and restores. But for those with sleep apnea, rest can turn into a struggle. Breathing becomes shallow or stops completely for short periods. The brain jolts awake — again and again — just to get air. Even if the person doesn’t remember waking up, the body feels Read More

You know that feeling when everything’s quiet, the bed’s comfy, the lights are low… and yet, your brain decides now’s the perfect time to host a 3 a.m. thought parade? Yeah. That. For many, sleep starts to get shaky not because of stress or late-night caffeine — though those don’t help — but because of Read More

There’s nothing quite like bedtime to make the brain start performing. Thoughts that stayed quiet all day suddenly get loud. To-do lists, random memories, worries that feel too big in the dark — they all show up just when sleep is supposed to. It’s no wonder so many people lie awake, tossing and turning, wondering Read More

You’ve had a long day. You’re tired, ready to rest, but as soon as your head hits the pillow — your mind starts racing. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep, even when they feel exhausted. While stress, screens, and lifestyle all play a role, your Read More