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This is a measure to highlight the emotional cost of high-risk investments and the volatility that comes along with them. While high returns are attractive, they often come with emotional discomfort and anxiety, particularly during market downturns.

Key takeaways: To minimize your investment “return on sleeplessness”, it’s vital to evaluate your tolerance for stress when choosing investment strategies. A diversified and balanced investment strategy might offer you greater peace of mind than chasing higher returns with greater risk. Bottom line? Consider whether the potential gains from risky investments are worth the potential cost to your well-being, and keep in mind Warren Buffett's advice to avoid risking what you need for something you don't.