Rest to relate: How sleep can boost your empathy
Sleep is essential to military health, wellness, and performance. You might instantly relate to some of the effects of sleep deprivation such as physical tiredness, the increased risk of musculoskeletal injuries (MSK-i), moodiness, reduced alertness, and inattention, among many others. But you might not realize that sleep also supports your Total Force Fitness beyond physical and mental fitness. For example, sleep deprivation can get in the way of your relationships and affect your social fitness.