SaralnamaIt’s one of the most frustrating experiences, feeling completely drained yet unable to fall asleep. Despite being physically tired, your mind stays wide awake, replaying the day’s events or drifting into endless thoughts. Neurosurgeon Dr Prashant Katakol, who has over three decades of experience, recently explained why this happens and what can be done to fix it. In an Instagram post, he wrote, “Why do you find it difficult to fall asleep even when you’re exhausted? As a neurosurgeon, I will tell you how your daytime habits are ruining your night. Here are four changes that you can make to sleep better.” He then listed simple but powerful adjustments: “Walk more than you sit during the day. Once the sun sets, lower the lights around you. Put your screens away three hours before bedtime. Finish your dinner early, ideally before… (Updated 29 Oct 2025, 18:51 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- It’s one of the most frustrating experiences, feeling completely drained yet unable to fall asleep
- Despite being physically tired, your mind stays wide awake, replaying the day’s events or drifting into endless thoughts
- Neurosurgeon Dr Prashant Katakol, who has over three decades of experience, recently explained why this happens and what can be done to fix it