Sleep — The Overnight Repair Shop

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1. Wind-Down Signals — A predictable wind-down helps the brain and body shift toward sleep.
2. Consistent Timing — Similar sleep and wake timing helps the body organize its daily rhythm.
3. Memory Sorting — During sleep, the brain organizes and strengthens learning and memories.
4. Emotion Reset — Sleep helps emotion systems recover and improves the ability to pause before reacting.
5. Growth and Repair — Sleep supports growth signals and tissue repair in a growing body.
6. Immune Support — Sleep supports immune defenses that help the body respond to illness.
7. Energy Recharge — Rest restores alertness and physical energy for the next day.
8. Temperature Rhythm — Body temperature naturally shifts as part of the sleep-wake rhythm.
9. Morning Attention — Adequate sleep supports attention, decision-making, and learning.
10. Sleep Environment — A safe, quiet, comfortable sleep space supports rest.

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