IN THIS ARTICLE
Why “tired but wired” is a real thing
The sleep-stress feedback loop
How racing thoughts hijack your night
What the science says about low-dose melatonin
Gumly Sleep: A gentle, effective nighttime ritual
Why “tired but wired” is a real thing
You yawn all day — but the moment your head hits the pillow, your brain goes into overdrive. Suddenly, you're replaying conversations, planning tomorrow, worrying about your inbox. Sound familiar? You're not alone.
This phenomenon is known as sleep onset insomnia, and it's especially common in high-stress, high-stimulation lifestyles.
The sleep-stress feedback loop
Lack of sleep increases cortisol (your stress hormone). But stress also prevents you from sleeping, creating a frustrating cycle. Worse: insufficient sleep affects memory, metabolism, and emotional regulation — making the next day even harder.
How racing thoughts hijack your night
Overthinkers often struggle to wind down because their nervous system is still in “problem-solving mode.”
What you need isn’t just a dark room — it’s a signal to your brain that it’s safe to let go. This is where certain calming compounds can help.
What the science says about low-dose melatonin
Melatonin isn’t a sedative — it’s a hormone your body naturally produces in response to darkness. But blue light, stress, and irregular routines can delay or suppress its production.
A low, precisely timed dose of melatonin (like 1 mg or less) has been shown to help people fall asleep without morning grogginess — especially when combined with relaxing botanicals like L-theanine and passionflower.
Gumly Sleep: A gentle, effective nighttime ritual
Gumly Sleep is your new wind-down companion. With a microdose of melatonin, calming L-theanine, and passionflower extract, it helps you transition from “thinking” to “resting” — gently and naturally.
Perfect before bed, on flights, or during periods of stress-induced insomnia.
