She Rests, She Rises: The Science of Sleep & Success

In Honor of Women’s History Month & International Women’s Day!

Women have shaped history, shattered glass ceilings, and carried the weight of the world—often without a second thought for themselves. Through revolutions, movements, and milestones, one expectation has remained the same: keep going, push through, and sacrifice rest for success. But here’s the truth—your well-being shouldn’t come last.

Hot flashes? Restless nights? Brain fog? It’s not just you. Hormonal shifts, stress, and life’s demands make quality sleep harder to come by. And yet, rest isn’t a luxury—it’s the foundation of everything. From glowing skin to sharp thinking and balanced energy, sleep is your superpower. [1,2]

This Women’s History Month, reclaim your rest—not as an afterthought, but as an act of self-care!

Why Quality Sleep Is a Game-Changer

Think of sleep as nature’s most powerful reset button—recharging your body, mind, and even your skin overnight. After all, success and well-being don’t come from running on empty.

• Beauty Sleep Is Real: While you rest, your body boosts collagen production, repairs cells, and reduces inflammation. The result? A fresher, more radiant complexion. [3]

• Sharper Focus, Clearer Thinking: Sleep enhances memory, problem-solving skills, and decision-making—whether you’re leading a boardroom, raising a family, or managing both. [4]

• Emotional & Physical Resilience: Deep sleep helps regulate stress hormones, balances mood, and supports immune function, keeping you strong inside and out. [5]

• Lack of Sleep = Burnout & Fatigue: Chronic exhaustion leads to increased stress, brain fog, and a weakened immune system. It’s your body waving a white flag, not a badge of honor. [6]

Why Do Women Struggle to Prioritize Rest?

Women are natural multitaskers—balancing careers, family, relationships, personal growth, and everything in between. But that often comes at the expense of sleep: [1,2]

1. The Mental Load: Managing schedules, responsibilities, and to-do lists can keep the mind racing long after bedtime.

2. Hormonal Sleep Disruptions: From menstrual cycles to pregnancy to menopause, fluctuating hormones can make restful sleep harder to achieve.

3. The Modern Hustle Culture: The pressure to “do it all” makes rest feel like a guilty pleasure rather than a necessity.

Remember, rest allows you to show up as your best self in every role you take on!

How to Unlock Better Sleep (& Wake Up Glowing)

Ready to elevate your rest? Here are just a handful of science-backed, real-life strategies to help you sleep better, feel better, and look better!

1. Create a Sleep Sanctuary That Works for You

Your bedroom should be a retreat, not a stress zone. A few simple swaps can make all the difference in getting the deep, refreshing sleep you deserve.

• Stay Cool & Dry with Temperature-Regulating Bedding

Tossing and turning from night sweats? Our 100% Bamboo Bed Sheet Set is naturally soft, silky-smooth, and thermo-regulating to keep you cool and dry all night long. Made from pure bamboo viscose, these moisture-wicking, hypoallergenic sheets help combat overheating so you wake up refreshed, not drenched.

• Find a Pillow That Supports You (Not the Other Way Around!)

Say goodbye to flat, lifeless pillows! Our Luxury Pillow is adjustable, ultra-soft, and never loses shape, cradling your head and neck for cloud-like comfort. More supportive than traditional fill and far comfier than solid memory foam, this hotel-quality pillow helps you wake up ache-free and well-rested.

• Cozy Up—Without the Overheating

Love the feel of a plush comforter but hate waking up sweaty? Our Luxury Down Alternative Comforter is stuffed with airy, breathable poly-fill that mimics the softness of down without trapping heat. The blend of bamboo viscose and microfiber wicks away moisture and helps regulate body temperature for all-night comfort.

• Relax, Unwind, & Sleep Deeper with Weighted Comfort

Melt away stress and drift into a deeper sleep with our Weighted Blanket. Designed with thousands of evenly distributed glass beads, it provides gentle pressure stimulation that calms the nervous system, eases anxiety, and promotes relaxation—so you can slip into a cocoon of tranquility every night.

2. Build a Nightly Wind-Down Routine

A good night’s sleep doesn’t start when you hit the pillow—it starts hours before.

Set the tone with a self-care ritual

• Take a warm bath or shower to relax muscles and signal bedtime.

• Apply a hydrating night cream or facial oil to nourish your skin while you sleep.

• Try aromatherapy (lavender and chamomile are known to promote relaxation).

Unplug & Unwind

• Ditch the screens at least 30 minutes before bed.

• Read a book, journal your thoughts, or practice deep breathing exercises.

Stick to a Consistent Sleep Schedule

• Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night.

• Wake up and go to bed at the same time every day.

3. Prioritize Rest Without Guilt

Taking time to rest doesn’t make you lazy—it makes you unstoppable. Take inspiration from these powerhouse women: 

• Serena Williams: The tennis legend considers sleep an essential part of her performance routine.

• Arianna Huffington: After experiencing burnout, she became an advocate for sleep and wrote The Sleep Revolution.

• Joanna Gaines: The home design entrepreneur and mother of 5 believes in rest as a way to refuel creativity.

• Marie Kondo: The decluttering expert encourages intentional rest as part of a balanced life.

• Misty Copeland: The ballet icon ensures her body gets proper recovery to sustain peak performance.

• Chrissy Teigen: The model, entrepreneur, and mom embraces naps as a form of self-care.

• Savannah Guthrie: The Today Show anchor ensures she gets enough sleep despite an early morning schedule.

• Jasmine Star: The entrepreneur and marketing expert prioritizes rest to keep her business and creativity thriving.

• Ina Garten: The Barefoot Contessa chef embraces rest as essential to joyful living and creativity.

Wake Up Rested, Ready, & Radiant

Success starts with self-care, and self-care starts with quality sleep.

Every woman—whether she’s running a business, running a household, or running after her dreams—deserves a space where she can rest, recharge, and wake up feeling her best.

✨ Prioritize your rest. Elevate your sleep. Empower your life. ✨

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Resources:

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2. Tandon VR, Sharma S, Mahajan A, Mahajan A, Tandon A. Menopause and Sleep Disorders. J Midlife Health. 2022 Jan-Mar;13(1):26-33. doi: 10.4103/jmh.jmh_18_22. Epub 2022 May 2. PMID: 35707298; PMCID: PMC9190958. 

3. Sundelin, T., Lekander, M., Sorjonen, K., & Axelsson, J. (2017). Negative effects of restricted sleep on facial appearance and social appeal. Royal Society Open Science, 4(5), 160918. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28572989/

4. van den Berg NH, Pozzobon A, Fang Z, Al-Kuwatli J, Toor B, Ray LB, Fogel SM. Sleep Enhances Consolidation of Memory Traces for Complex Problem-Solving Skills. Cereb Cortex. 2022 Feb 8;32(4):653-667. doi: 10.1093/cercor/bhab216. PMID: 34383034. 

5. National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services. The Benefits of Slumber: Why You Need a Good Night’s Sleep. April, 2013. https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/sites/newsinhealth

6. Institute of Medicine (US) Committee on Sleep Medicine and Research; Colten HR, Altevogt BM, editors. Sleep Disorders and Sleep Deprivation: An Unmet Public Health Problem. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2006. 3, Extent and Health Consequences of Chronic Sleep Loss and Sleep Disorders. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK19961/