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Why Your Brain Won't Shut Off in a Strange Bed (And How to Fix It) | The Healing Conversation
Why does your brain refuse to shut off when you sleep in a hotel or unfamiliar place? This episode of The Healing Conversation explores the 'first-night effect,' a fascinating neurological phenomenon where the left hemisphere of the brain remains hyper-active during initial nights away from home, acting as an internal sentinel for safety. Host Shannon Thomas explains that this is not a personal failure, anxiety disorder, or sign of being broken, but rather an ancient survival mechanism designed to protect us from potential threats in unknown environments. By understanding the biology behind…
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