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Scenario

How emotional regulation through companionship affects sleep independence

I sleep amazing when my dog is in bed with me but terrible when he's not, and I worry I'm too dependent on another being for basic functioning.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The nervous system has learned that safety requires presence, making solitude feel threatening rather than peaceful.

Your guide for this
Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Sleep — the science and the practice across traditions?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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