8 Tips for Better Sleep

A good night's sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Sleep is the number one thing that affects your mental and physical state and not getting enough of it will have major effects. Discover these 8 tips for better sleep and get ready to enjoy some blissful nights of rest!

8 Tips for Better Sleep

Make a Sleep Schedule

Going to bed at the same time every night and waking up at the same time every morning will train you to fall asleep and wake up more easily.

Have a Comfortable Bed

Your bedroom and bed should be the ultimate peaceful place for sleep. Ensuring you have a comfortable bed and a relaxing sleeping environment is essential to a good night's sleep.

Use the Bed Selectively

Using the bed only for sleep and sex will make your mind associate it with these things. If you start working in your bed your brain will be confused when you jump into it at night, thinking this is not what it's for. 

Limit Naps

Napping can disrupt your natural sleep cycle and prevent you from feeling tired enough to fall asleep.

Less Caffeine

Caffeine is made to keep you awake. Even if you have one cup of coffee in the morning it can lead to sleepless nights. Consider other forms of fatigue fighting substances instead of caffeine, like iron pills! 

Don’t Force Sleep

If you find yourself tossing and turning, unable to sleep after 30 minutes in bed, get up and do some reading. This will help you relax and get out of your head. 

Don’t overindulge before bed

Drinking or eating too much before bed can interrupt your sleep patterns. Try to avoid tons of alcohol or food close to bed time. 

Exercise More

Doing physical activities have many benefits for sleep: you'll fall asleep faster, attain a higher percentage of restorative deep sleep, and wake up less often during the night. 

Love,

Sam