We often think of health as what we do during the day—what we eat, how much we move, and the habits we build. But one of the most important parts of wellness actually happens when we’re doing nothing at all: sleeping. Quality sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. When we consistently miss out on good sleep, our bodies, minds, and even our metabolism begin to suffer. Let’s talk about why sleep is so important, what happens when we don’t get enough of it, and how it directl