#humanscience

While you sleep, your body is far from inactive. Behind the calm stillness, your lungs adjust breathing rhythms, muscles repair tiny tears, cells restore energy, and your brain organizes memories. Sleep is one of the most active biological processes in the human body — and most of us never get to see what’s really happening inside.

I created a vintage-style educational infographic inspired by 19th-century natural history encyclopedias to visually explain what happens inside your body during sleep. Each page breaks down complex sleep science into clear, simple facts with beautiful hand-inked medical illustrations and calm earth-tone colors. It’s designed for people who love learning, aesthetic visuals, and collectible educational art.

Perfect for:

Study inspiration

Printable wall art

Pinterest & Tumblr posts

Digital planners & junk journals

Science lovers & visual learners

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