Blinking is like giving your eyes a little nap. When we're tired, our brains send extra messages to the eye muscles so they can rest up. This makes us blink more often, it's kind of like how you yawn when you’re sleepy! Blinking helps keep our eyes moist and ready for action.
Examples
- Your eyes blink more while reading a long story at bedtime.
- You start blinking rapidly during a boring meeting in the afternoon.
- When you’re watching a movie and feel sleepy, your eyes blink more often.
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See also
- How Does the Moon Affect Our Sleep?
- How Does Sleep Help the Brain Learn New Things?
- How Does the Moon Affect Sleep Patterns?
- What Causes a ‘Good’ Sleep to Feel Restful?
- What Causes a ‘Foggy’ Brain in the Morning?
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