It's Thursday and you know what that means- It's time for a post from this month's Zeo Featured Blogger! n their final post, REM Sleep Labs discusses a few sleep disorder of which you may not yet heard. Enjoy!

When it comes to sleep, we're doing it wrong.

At least, that's the allegation of some historians and sleep researchers who suggest that bedding down for seven to eight consecutive hours of rest is unnatural.

I find this interesting on a personal level, as I have no problems sleeping through the night.

Biological sex, that is. The kind that operates within your body, affecting everything from blood pressure, to hormone production, to sleep. We like to say that it doesn't matter, that we're all equal - until it does.

A recent Wall Street Journal article was just another reminder that sex, indeed, does matter.

Who wants to easily and peacefully fall asleep - but isn't quite so sure where to begin?

Well, have we got the thing for you.

Sleep scientist and wellness expert Dr. Michael Breus has two guided relaxations that are so effective, many people fall asleep before they’re finished listening!   Both are guided relaxation exercises, meaning that you, the listener and participant, will be guided by Dr. Breus through two relaxation exercises designed to mentally and physically prepare you for sleep.

And we're going to give them to you now.  For free.

When it comes to exercise, sleep experts are all on the same page:

Just Do It.

Why?

Elementary, my dear Watson. Regular, moderate exercise has proven highly effective in helping people get a better night's sleep, not to mention help lead a healthier lifestyle.

If you're not one to exercise much, or if you want to make sure that you're doing the right moves at the right time, here are 4 essential tips for exercising your way to a better night's sleep.

The link between sleep and memory was first established years ago.  That said, since scientists are not sure how our brains retain memory, the exact relationship between sleep and memory is still under investigation and not completely understood.

However what we do know is this: more sleep can mean improved memory.