Arjun Menon Arjun Menon Asked 6 months ago

How many hours should i sleep?

I often find myself staying up late for work and then waking up early, getting only 5-6 hours of sleep. I feel tired constantly. How many hours should I sleep to feel properly rested and productive?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, 7-8 hours is the sweet spot for most adults. What worked for me was fixing a bedtime and waking up time, even on weekends. Also, try avoiding screens an hour before bed. It really helps your body wind down properly.

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Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

For us, it's difficult to get proper 8 hours sleep with all the ghar ka kaam and kids. But I try to get at least 6-7 hours. What helps is finishing dinner early and not watching TV till late. Thoda time for yourself before bed also helps, like reading a book.

Amit Patel Amit Patel Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, if I don't get enough sleep, I'm just craving junk food all day! Sleep deprivation makes me hungry. I aim for 7 hours minimum, warna I feel grumpy and wanna eat samosas only. So for me, sleep is important to keep the cravings in check.

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Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My grandmom always said to sleep before 10 PM for good health. But doctors generally recommend 7-9 hours for adults. It's best to listen to your body and consult a doctor if you feel constantly tired, rather than just guessing.

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