Struggles with Shift Work Sleep
-
As a night shift worker, maintaining a healthy sleep schedule has always been a challenge. Trying to fall asleep when the rest of the world is awake is frustrating, and blackout curtains only do so much. I constantly felt exhausted, and no amount of caffeine could keep me functional during my shifts. A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon an article about using essential oils to improve sleep. It explained how certain natural scents could help signal the brain that it’s time to rest, even during the day. Here’s the article if anyone’s interested: https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/how-to-make-essential-oils-that-help-you-sleep/. I decided to try a DIY blend with valerian root and bergamot, and the results were better than I expected. My body started adapting to my unusual sleep pattern, and I finally felt like I was getting quality rest.