The Unexpected Link Between Meditation and Better Sleep

Do you find yourself counting sheep, scrolling through your phone, or replaying embarrassing moments from 10 years ago when you’re supposed to be sleeping? Meditation might be your solution to getting those Zzzs back on track.

Research from the Journal of the American Medical Association found that mindfulness meditation significantly improves sleep quality, even for those with chronic insomnia. How? Meditation calms the nervous system, helping your body switch from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest.”

In practical terms, meditation slows your heart rate, lowers cortisol levels, and clears the mental clutter that often keeps you awake. Over time, these benefits compound, making sleep not just longer but deeper and more restorative.

So, if you’re tired of staring at the ceiling, try a short evening meditation instead. Your brain, body, and morning alarm clock will thank you.

To finding better sleep, Carol