How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep
Tuesday, December 13, 2016
Sleep is very much a bittersweet experience. It can be beautiful
and calming, as we let our bodies rest and relax - unwinding after a long day.
But, it can also be tedious and frustrating, especially when our bodies just
refuse to slip into sleep.
If the latter sounds a lot more like your usual sleep pattern,
you’re not alone. So many of us struggle to rest at night. Whether it’s stress
at work or an out of sync body-clock, there are kinks in our routines that we
need to iron out. When we do, we’ll be on our way to a better night's sleep.
Just follow the four steps and see how it works out for you.
Switch Off
One of the main culprits for our bodies not being able to sleep
is being too alert when we attempt to sleep. If one minute you’re checking the
news on the phone, and the next you’re searching out sleep, you’re almost
certainly going to struggle. Your brain is far too engaged with the stories
you’re reading. You mind wonders, and the last thing it cares about is sleep.
So, to improve your chances of getting a good night sleep, stay away from your devices for an hour or
so before bed. You’re not at the office now guys!
Soothe Yourself
One of the best ways to get your body ready for bed is by having
a healthy routine. Then, just a like a child does, your body will recognise the
sights of it being bedtime. You could try installing moodier lighting so that
your eyes can adjust, or even start to drink chamomile tea before bed. Its soothing qualities could be just
what you need to send you into a deep sleep. Just pour yourself a cup and head
up to bed with the intention of relaxation and welcoming rest.
Wind Down
Now that you know you need to switch off, you’ll need to swap
your old bedtime habits for new ones. Your devices are turned off or in another
room and you’re staying away from caffeine [no stimulants allowed at night],
opting for chamomile instead. Now, what? It’s time to pick up a book. Even if
you’re not the most avid reader, but indulging in a novel or some non-fiction
before bed, your body relaxes, and you start preparing yourself for sleep. If
you really can’t get into a good book, then why not try music? Something soft
and smooth could send you right off to sleep.
Invest In Sleep
Perhaps the reason that you’re not sleeping well is more to do
with your set up than anything else. Do you love being in bed? Are you
comfortable? Maybe you need to upgrade your surroundings to get a better sleep.
Opting for a new mattress that meets your comfort needs, a 2 in 1
pillow and new duvet set could make all the difference in your sleep
experience. It’s important that your bed is a space that you see as relaxing so
that you can allow it body to unwind when it’s there.
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