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Sleep

7 Ways to Wind Down Before Bed

Lying awake with your mind going a hundred miles an hour? You’re not alone, and you don’t need a complete overhaul to fix it. Seven simple, practical ways to quiet a racing mind before bed — no incense, no forty-minute meditation required.

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Sleep

Why Veterans Struggle With Sleep (and What Can Actually Help)

Disrupted sleep is one of the most commonly reported well-being concerns among ex-ADF members and it rarely goes away on its own. In this post, we look at why military service affects sleep, what approaches actually help, and how the VMA program can support Veterans in building better rest into life after service.

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