The real reason Americans can't get enough sleep

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The wealthiest parts of America tend to sleep much better than low-income areas.

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Sleep is the great unifier. Everyone needs it to repair cells, store memories, and balance emotions. It also helps us solve complex problems — ever need to just "sleep on it"?

I was a stressed-out, type-A college student. My study abroad experience in Argentina helped me become less anxious.

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The author, not pictured, studied abroad in Argentina.

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37 high-paying jobs for people who don't like stress

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Computer systems analysts are well-compensated while tending to work in low-stress environments.

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I moved to Singapore for my boyfriend and landed what I thought was my dream job. Then everything fell apart.

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Miriam Deliva spent four years in Singapore.

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Gen Z is bringing a whole new vibe to the workplace: anxiety

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Gen Z workers entered the workplace at an unprecedented time — and for many, it's causing a lot of anxiety.

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I burned out as a management consultant after debilitating migraines. Now I deal with stress much better — here's my advice.

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Gloria Chan Packer burned out in her management-consulting job in 2017.

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How the viral 'Bare Minimum Mondays' trend helped me beat the Sunday scaries and avoid burnout

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Marisa Jo Mayes has gone viral for TikToks of her "Bare Minimum Mondays," which she says helped redefine her relationship to work.

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Insider Today: Signs your manager is burnt out

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During stressful periods at work and in his personal life, Elon Musk would stay awake at night and vomit. He says working so hard has 'taken its toll.'

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A turbulent few years for stocks has led to a boom in therapy services for stressed out traders

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