ep 111 - The Psychology of Restfulness: why your brain needs smoother edges.

Ever feel exhausted but not restful? In this week's Somnilopod episode, we break down the Psychology of Restfulness—why your brain can be tired but still too 'on' to sleep, and how to build that internal calm that makes good sleep finally stick. If your mind races at bedtime, this episode is a game-changer.

What We Cover:

• Why rest and sleep are entirely different processes
• The role of the nervous system in nighttime calm
• Why the brain refuses to rest when it feels unsafe
• The connection between emotional overload and insomnia
• The cognitive "downshifting" that leads to true restfulness
• Everyday habits that disrupt mental calm
• Small, realistic practices to restore psychological rest
• The power of internal safety in improving sleep quality