Ensure the room is dark and comfy
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Light is a major factor that affects sleep. Before tucking in, check if there are some random sources of light in your room and do away with them. When we are in the light, our brain is unable to prepare the body for sleep. Your mind stays active and it’s hard to stop your thoughts.
If you can do nothing about the culprit light source, try wearing an eye mask. Make sure you invest in a nice one that has comfortable fabric and isn’t too tight.
Engage in a soothing activity before tucking into bed
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Anything to get your mind off of your pending work, unpaid bills, or whatever you have been stressing about. While meditation works for most people, it might be something else in your case. You can try arranging your messy room, reading a book, listening to some soothing music, or talking to your partner. It’s important what you do last thing in a day eases your brain and gives you a sort of clarity and control. Worrying about things that are out of your hand isn’t the way to solve your problems. When it’s sleep time, try to relax. You can take care of those issues the next day.
Adopt a consistent sleeping and wake-up time
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Waking up early in the morning even on a Sunday can seem unnecessary but it is what your body needs. Your weekend sleeping routine should not be different from your weekday sleep schedule, notes the Centre for Disease Control. Similarly, you have to avoid taking long naps in the afternoon as they can also hamper your night sleep. Ideally, it shouldn’t be longer than 40 minutes. Going to bed around the same time each day is crucial too irrespective of whether you are feeling sleepy or not.
