Why your brain will not switch off at night

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Night-time overthinking often happens when the day finally becomes quiet. Stress, unfinished tasks, screens and emotional load can all keep the nervous system active.

Helpful steps

• Create a 30-minute wind-down boundary before bed.
• Move planning to earlier in the evening using a notebook.
• Keep the bed linked with sleep, not problem-solving.
• Reduce late-night scrolling, especially emotionally charged content.
• Seek help if insomnia continues or is linked with anxiety, depression, trauma or mood highs.