Monday, February 2, 2026

MONDAY — THE HUMAN CONDITION

“Getting enough sleep is actually a competitive advantage.”

— Jeff Haden

Think your brain runs fine in low-power mode? Research shows sleeping just five to six hours drops productivity by 19 percent – and ambient light corrupts even that compromised output. The fix is almost too simple: Cardiff University found that an eye mask boosts memory and alertness, making darkness the ultimate system upgrade for tomorrow’s decisions. For more, Check out Science Says Sleeping in a Really Dark Room Will Make You Smarter.

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Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad