Well, it all started...

Frantic preparations for Christmas Eve dinner. Carp, mushrooms, and other fish. And those last-minute Christmas gifts bought in a frenzy. The head of the family can't button his Christmas shirt? The kids have outgrown their festive clothes? The manicurist is out of appointments... Is there anything else that might surprise you?

Well, yes... Family for the holidays. And those annual arguments at the holiday table. I wonder what will come up this year... Or maybe there's some magical way to get through the holidays in a harmonious atmosphere, without arguments and unnecessary stress?

Yes!

It may not be easy, but: Get some sleep before the holidays! And share it with your loved ones.

Because people who lack adequate sleep are more prone to arguments, unethical behavior, and have difficulty communicating with others. They also lack empathy and understanding of other people's emotions and perspectives.

But that's not all. A good night's sleep during the holidays can also help you with things like:

- buying more appropriate gifts (the REM phase not only heals emotions, but also greatly develops creativity),

- getting ready for Christmas Eve dinner faster (because sleep significantly affects our productivity and adds energy to action),

- avoiding the effect of overloading with holiday treats (because when we have had a good night's sleep we consume fewer calories and prefer healthier meals),

- perfecting your look (no one will notice your unfinished nails, because your well-rested complexion will dazzle everyone with its radiance and freshness).

Sleep is a magic wand that can dispel all your holiday woes. Get some sleep and feel the magic of this holiday season!

PS: But what if something goes wrong?

GET SLEEP after the holidays - this will make it easier for your brain to get rid of unwanted memories and you will enter the New Year in a good mood.

Aleksandra Karykowska,

chronobiologist and member of the Sleep Research Society