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Now, most of you would be wondering if you actually need a nighttime routine. Surely we all manage to get sleep in the absence of it. But how long does it take for that to happen? And are you able to get good quality sleep when you crash into bed? Believe it or not, a good nighttime routine can help you wake up feeling relaxed and energized to start an even better day.
In our generation, sleep is the one thing that we all compromise on. With all the rage about morning routines, a nighttime routine is something that gets surprisingly overlooked by most of us. Imagine how our day would be if we do not get enough sleep – we would end up feeling tired, lethargic, developing dark circles under our eyes, and a migraine. Without getting enough sleep, you might find it hard to focus on your day. You won’t be able to concentrate or perform your best at your workplace or even work towards your goal. But with a bedtime routine, you will surely be able to get enough sleep that your body demands (and deserves). And one can always create their own routine that will be easy for them to stick to every day without too much trouble. Here we are going to provide you some helpful and great tips that would make for a perfect nighttime routine.
Find What Helps You To Decompress
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Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a working professional, after a long day, we all crave the same thing — to wind down and relax. Setting a reminder on your phone 2 hours before bedtime can do the trick. This will help you to unwind from a long and tiring day and prepare your body to sleep. It could be anything from reading a book, spending some me time, being with your partner or family, or watching television. Figure out what relaxes you the most and that you would truly enjoy.
Don’t Use Your Gadgets To Relax
追赶上你最喜欢的情景喜剧是一种很好的方式to wind down, however, make sure you don’t do it on your phone. The blue light emitted from your smartphone can suppress the melatonin production in your body affecting the sleep-wake cycle. Too much exposure to this light during nighttime or an hour before bed can cause insomnia making you stay wide awake for long hours at night. Using your phone closer to your bedtime can be quite distracting as well since your brain is absorbing too much information from all the social media sites by staying alert (1).
Take A Nice Relaxing Bath A Few Hours Before Bedtime
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A nice long bath or a warm shower can be truly relaxing for both your mind and body. Try taking a bath by adding a few drops of lavender oil to the water and enjoy the droplets falling on your skin. Be present at the moment, and let go of all your worries. We bet you won’t be able to go a single day without it once you experience the boy of a relaxing shower or bath.
Your Bed Is For Sleep, And Sleep Only
And of course for making love. But that’s it! As for your other activities such as reading a book, watching TV, or using your phone, try not to do it on your bed. Your bed should be a place for you to rest and sleep. Spending too much time on your bed, your body will get used to staying awake in bed. Also, make sure that your bedroom is cozy and inviting for sleep.
You can modify your nighttime routine that suits your lifestyle changes. Brushing your teeth, applying your moisturizer and night serum, or even meditating for ten minutes are great steps to include in your bedtime routine. Instead of sticking to a rigid routine that you find online, make sure you work your way around it that will make it easy for you to implement in your own life.
