In the pursuit of high performance, well-being, and success, so many people are looking for the next hack, quick fix, supplement, or trend. In doing so, we’re often skipping right past the foundation. We’re stepping over hundred-dollar bills to pick up pennies. The truth is that when we think of the secret ingredient to optimal performance, well-being, and success, it starts with getting consistent, high-quality sleep.

Sleep is so fundamental. It’s when the brain clears out toxins, repairs the body, consolidates memory, processes emotions, and restores energy. And yet, many of us are chronically under-rested. Factors like elevated stress levels, late-night scrolling, and blurred boundaries between work and rest can disrupt the body’s ability to wind down. When we don’t sleep well, everything else can suffer: our ability to focus, regulate emotions, make good decisions, and remain productive.

It can be easy to chase the next solution, but dialing in the basics and aiming for a solid eight hours of sleep can make a remarkable difference in how you show up in the world.

One helpful way to think about your days is through the 8x8x8 model. It........

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