Sleep Paralysis: 9 Triggers You Didn’t Know You Had

Sleep paralysis: 9 hidden triggers you didn’t know you had—sleep debt, shifted circadian rhythm, back-sleeping, fragmented nights, stress, alcohol, nicotine/caffeine, medication shifts, and breathing issues. Learn what’s happening at the sleep–wake border (REM atonia), why hallucinations can feel real, and what to do during an episode—plus practical steps to reduce your risk tonight. In this video, we break down the science clearly: how REM rebound and micro-awakenings make paralysis more likely, why anxiety amplifies the “presence” sensation, and when to consider screening for sleep apnea or narcolepsy-related symptoms. If you’ve ever woken up fully aware but unable to move, this is your roadmap—calm actions in the moment, and smarter habits that protect your sleep long-term. Subscribe to Zeythra for more evidence-based explainers on sleep, psychology, and the brain.    / @zeythrastudio   #SleepParalysis #SleepScience #REM #SleepApnea #Narcolepsy