Can’t Get To Sleep? Try These Tips!
If You Are Depressed? Try These Tips!
Getting the right amount of sleeping is essential to functioning well in your day-to-day life. Whether you have trouble getting to sleep or wake up often, it can feel like a constant battle against your mind. Here are some tips to help you sleep better:
Try Relaxing
When you’re attempting to fall asleep, focus on relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises. Focus on how you breathe and try to clear your mind. You may even go as far as trying out meditation, in which case, guided imagery can help your mind focus on resting.
Don’t Obsess
Perhaps the most frustrating thing about attempting to fall asleep is obsessing over it. The more you toss and turn trying to force sleep, the more it eludes you. Use the rule of thumb that if it has been more than 20 minutes and you’re still not asleep, get up and do
a light relaxing activity. Avoid anything exciting or any activity that requires bright lighting. Whatever you do, do not focus on thinking about sleep.
Consider Different Methods
We’re all different, and whatever may work for one person may not work for another. It is also important that whatever you choose to try, you give it a chance. Everything takes time to implement and to gauge whether it’s working at all.
Invest In A New Mattress
It is recommended that you change your mattress every 8-10 years. After this, you will find that it is less supportive and could interfere with your sleep. Read these Nectar Mattress reviews and consider an upgrade.
Keep A Sleep Journal
In your journey to figure out how to get to sleep, consider keeping a journal. Make notes of the things that you do differently and consider the triggers that may contribute to your insomnia. This is especially important if you’re testing a new schedule or idea.
Schedule A Doctor’s Visit
If everything you’ve tried on your own fails seeks the help of a medical professional. Sometimes, they are in the best position to get you the help you need, and other times, you may experience restlessness due to an underlying medical condition or as a side effect of a medication you’re taking. A lack of proper sleep can impact your life, so make sure you get the necessary help!
Tips for better sleep!
What you will need for a Healthy Sleep?
Here’s what the CDC recommends:
- go to bed at the same time every night
- don’t try to sleep on a full stomach
- refrain from using caffeine or alcohol after dinner
- turn off “blue-light” devices (TVs, computers, smartphones) at least an hour before bedtime
- restrict activity in the bed to sex and sleep (i.e., no working, reading, TV, etc.)
If you’re more stressed than usual because of the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you take steps to work through it to avoid interrupted sleep.
These hints might help:
- write down worries before bedtime
- make time for exercise—even a brief walk—during the day
- connect with friends (safely) as much as possible
- engage in a hobby or anything that takes your mind off your worries
As we’ve said, sleep is crucial to maintaining good health, so if you’re having trouble sleeping more than a few nights here and there, please let us know. We can help pinpoint and, hopefully, resolve your chronic sleep issues.
Read more about this!
