We all know the feeling: a sleepless night leaves us groggy, irritable, and out of sorts the next day. But poor sleep doesn’t just affect mood, it can have a significant impact on stress levels and overall balance in both body and mind. Sleep is the time when our body and brain recharge. During deep sleep, stress hormones like cortisol naturally decrease, giving your nervous system a chance to reset. Without enough restorative sleep, cortisol levels can remain elevated, leavi