Ben Howard's family was killed when an impaired driver suddenly lost control of his vehicle and struck them in a devastating head-on collision. It took years for Howard to finally come to terms with what had happened, but after a lot of thinking, he came to the conclusion that his story and message needed to be spread to the general public.
It wasn't a drunk driver that killed his wife and 2 children, it wasn't someone high on any drugs, and it wasn't someone who was distracted by their smartphone
For whatever reason it's just an accepted fact that Americans should work hard and deprive themselves of much needed sleep. The vast majority of people don't seem to realize the overall importance of getting a good night's rest; with over 40% of American adults not getting the amount of sleep they need, this epidemic is a huge problem that isn't discussed until after a tragedy like Howard's occurs. It turns out that this lack of sleep is connected with a plethora of accidents, health risks, and even depression. On top of that, people who don't get enough sleep end up eating 500 more calories a day as the body seeks to make up for lost energy caused by lack of proper rest. So please, try your best to get a full night's sleep. If you know anyone who consistently pushes themselves through the night make sure they're fully aware of the potential risks they're giving to themselves and to other innocent families like Howard's. One second of not paying proper attention can lead to multiple lives being ruined in a mere instant. Please watch the video below, and please tell all your friends to get a full night's sleep! Please SHARE this important information with your friends and family, it could save a life!
