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Why is sleep quality personal?
The story highlights that how refreshed you feel is the best measure of your sleep quality. This means that even if a gadget gives you data, your own experience is more important. Everyone's sleep needs and patterns are unique, so a one-size-fits-all approach from technology might not capture the full picture of your rest.
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