You know sleep is important, but few people know just how important it really is to your well-being. Sleep affects every area of your life, from your success at work to your mental health. Let's look at the impact a lack of sleep can have on your life:

• Your mental well-being. Missing out on sleep puts you at a higher risk for depression, anxiety, and risk-taking behavior. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute even links it to a higher risk of suicide. These issues can result in costly appointments and a lifetime on medication.

• Your physical well-being. Without proper rest, your body cannot heal itself and prevent illnesses. Your reflexes will be slower, making you more at risk for traffic accidents. Moreover, Havard Health links sleep deprivation to serious health issues like "hypertension, increased stress hormone levels, and irregular heartbeat." You’ll end in the doctor’s office more, paying expensive co-pays and deductibles.

• Your emotional well-being. Running on little or no sleep will make you irritable, moody, and unable to concentrate on tasks. This can impact your relationships in your personal and professional life in a negative way. It could even result in losing your job or ending a relationship.

All of these issues can be a financial drain on your pocketbook. Losing sleep may result in health or psychological issues that send you to the doctor more often. Taking steps to ensure you are getting a great night's rest means saving yourself money in the long run!

Take precautions to ensure you are getting a great night's sleep and see how it positively impacts your life. Start by taking small steps to adjust your sleep patterns and get you body used to better, longer sleep. Using masks for sleeping is a great place to start and see if this small change makes a big difference in your sleeping habits. Masks are great for blocking out light, and can help you sleep longer and achieve more restful sleep stages. Light is your body's signal that it is morning and time to wake up. Unfortunately, most bedrooms are filled with light--nightlights, lights from electronic equipment like tvs, cell phones, and alarm clocks. Block out that light and let your body rest with a sleeping mask.

We have an extensive selection of masks for sleeping. Choose one that's right for your life and style. We have masks designed for travel, contoured masks, and even a special section of masks just for men. Find a mask you love and place your order today so you can start experiencing better, healing sleep sooner.