If you feel tense, overstimulated, or mentally “on” all day—even when nothing dramatic is happening—you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is assuming you need a full vacation or an hour-long routine to feel calm again.

The day is over, the lights are off, and you’re ready for rest. But instead of slipping into sleep, your mind races, your heart feels restless, and your body refuses to settle. Sound familiar?