sleep success is imperative to feeling good
Sleep is foundational for all other processes in the body to run as they are supposed to. Good sleep helps stabilize our stress response, improves insulin sensitivity and just plain makes us feel amazing. 7-8 hours quality sleep per night is critical but can sometimes feel impossible. Here are some habits that can help pave the way to sleep success!
“ Good sleep helps stabilize our stress response, improves insulin sensitivity and just plain makes us feel amazing.”
1. Refrain from blue light (glare from screens) a couple hours before bed
Can use blue light blocking glasses if you tend to look at screens later in the evenings
2. Limit caffeine overall, and try to avoid it altogether after noon
3. Dim light on phone/computer
4. Use a tool that reduces blue light like blue light blocking glasses, f. lux (software) or apps Night Shift & Twilight
5. Have a wind-down routine at night. Examples:
Dim lights
Tea
Journal
Read a (non-electronic) book or magazine
Gratitude practice
Bath
Prayers
Night time yoga
Meditation
6. Refrain from stressors before bed. Examples:
Working
Online shopping
Excitatory television
Social media