Introduction
Have you ever asked yourself how Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, manages to lead two major companies, participate in interviews, answer questions from a massive amount of fans, and still have time for himself? How does he manage to do it all and still manage to get some sleep? It’s quite remarkable, isn’t it? To investigate this question, we have to look at the sleeping habits of Elon Musk.
Sleep Length
Elon Musk once reported that he typically gets about 6 hours of sleep a night. In comparison, the average adult needs between 7-9 hours of sleep a night. A study conducted by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reported that adults who sleep less than 6 hours a night are more likely to suffer from various health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity.
In contrast, Musk’s sleeping habits are not indicative of someone who is suffering from any adverse health effects. In fact, he looks healthy and quite energetic. So how does he manage to get by with such a seemingly small amount of sleep?
Sleep Strategy
According to Musk, his strategy for sleeping less is to focus on getting a good quality of sleep. This means that instead of lying awake in bed for hours, he makes sure that he gets to sleep quickly and spends more time in deep sleep. This allows him to rest his body efficiently leading to more time for productivity during the day. It is also important to note that this strategy does not necessarily mean that he sleeps for a shorter amount of time, but rather that he is able to sleep more efficiently.
It is believed that to get the full benefit of this strategy, Musk must have a strict sleep schedule. Through this, he is able to ensure that he is consistently getting the required amount of sleep while still maintaining his productivity.
Sleep Aid
Elon Musk is known to use some sort of sleep-aid to help him get the most out of his sleep. Despite previously having used prescription medication to help him sleep, he now tends to use some sort of meditation app such as ‘thrive’ to help him reach deep sleep quicker.
This is believed to be much more effective in making sure that he falls asleep quickly while still providing the same benefit as medication. In addition, using a sleep-aid can provide other benefits such as relaxing the body, leading to a more restful sleep.
Mindset and Nutrition
Of course, getting the right amount of sleep is just one part of the equation when it comes to a healthy lifestyle. It is important to note that sleeping for shorter periods of time is only beneficial if it is part of a healthy and active lifestyle, which includes healthy eating habits and exercising regularly. Musk is known to have adopted this lifestyle, which is believed to help him maintain his current sleeping habits.
Musk is also believed to have a positive and focused mindset, which helps him manage his energy and maintain his productivity. This means that instead of letting his worries weigh him down, he focuses on the present and is able to stay motivated and fulfilled.
Conclusion
Despite the fact that sleeping for longer periods of time is deemed to be important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and increasing productivity, Elon Musk manages to achieve the same results while still only getting 6 hours of sleep a night. This is due to his sleep strategy and the use of sleep-aids. He also maintains a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly and eating healthy, as well as by having a positive and focused mindset.
