Are you sleeping enough? There was a very interesting piece on 60 Minutes last night about the science of sleep. Studies have found that sleep deprivation and/or a lack of quality sleep can contribute not only to poor concentration and reaction times, but also to increased instances of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, etc.
I admit that I’m usually pretty bad about getting a good night’s sleep. I definitely fall into the category of one who thinks I don’t need as much sleep. If asked, I would generally say I can get by fine on 5-6 hours per night. After hearing these studies though, it definitely makes me rethink that theory! 
Here’s a link to the story which also includes the video (in 2 parts) from the 60 Minutes show:
So I’ll sign off for now with my WW stats. Then, it’s off to bed so I can try to get at least 7 hours tonight. Hey, it’s a start! 
Total Points: 32 (used 1 WP)
Exercise: None
Weekly Points balance: 26
Water: 80 oz
Days OP: 15
Until next time … 
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I’m hoping to work these studies into conversation today because I think some of my boss’s stupid mistakes are made because she doesn’t sleep enough. I, otoh, sleep 7-8 hours every night accounting for my superior intellect.
I especially liked how the Penn professor challenged people who thought they had trained themselves to sleep less so they could work more to come into the lab. And the phrase “hedonistic joy.” Sleep is indeed a hedonistic joy–especially if you do it right. ;)
I fell asleep while watching this piece. Is that bad?
It’s definitely made me revisit my sleeping patterns; I know I feel so much better when I’ve slept more; but it’s too often I’m getting by with less than five hours and 40oz of coffee. It would help if I didn’t have a certain friend three time zones behind me. Maybe I’ll suggest to this person they move closer, to prevent me from developing heart disease and diabetes
Nick
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