![]() ![]() Wind yourself down. In the 30 minutes before bedtime, wind down by doing something relaxing. If you can develop a set bedtime ritual, that’s another way to condition your body.So plan accordingly. Morning exercise is best as it exposes you to sunlight which aides the natural circadian rhythm. However, exercising 2 to 3 hours right before going to bed will only keep you awake. Go for a brisk daily walk. Exercise boosts natural sleep hormones so you’ll have an easier time going to sleep if you exercise.If you need an alarm, put one outside your bedroom door. Clock-watching can feed into the pattern of insomnia. When you lie down in bed, your body should be conditioned to think of the bed as sleep time, not for wakefulness. Do not watch TV in your room or use your computer in bed. A few readers add that the feet can’t be too cold, and it helps to warm them in a bath or with socks before bedtime. Sleep in a dark, quiet room. Many reader suggest a slightly cooler room is helpful for sleeping at night so set your temperature down a degree or two.If you keep tossing and turning in bed for 20 minutes, try getting up. Humans crave structure and rhythm. Help your body find its natural rhythm. Go to bed and get up at the same time each day.If you’re having trouble and this is not a chronic case, here are some common natural sleep remedies that may work better than counting sheep! It’s normal to take between 10 and 20 minutes to fall asleep. This is usually nothing to worry about, but it slows your thinking, makes it difficult to pay attention, and makes you feel cranky (which affects others)! How to Sleep Better and Achieve Deep Sleep Some common reasons are stress, a sick child, eating or drinking too close to bedtime, or certain medications. It’s natural for people to have trouble sleeping from time to time. ![]()
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