How to Sleep Peacefully

Do you find yourself unable to sleep, struggling to wake up and feeling super tired all the time? A poor sleep schedule can be really detrimental to both your mental and physical health, with long-term negative impacts on both. 

There are a lot of things that can contribute to poor sleep, from stress and anxiety to an unhealthy diet. If you’re struggling to get a good night’s rest, it may be time to reset your sleep schedule. Here are five tips that can help:

1. Make sure your bedroom is dark and quiet. Eliminate any sources of light and noise that could disrupt your sleep – including your phone! Too much light exposure from our devices before bed disrupts your sleep pattern dramatically, so try and avoid it as much as possible!
2. Establish a regular sleep schedule. Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends.
3. Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed. These substances can make it difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep.
4. Exercise regularly. Exercise can help improve sleep quality, but avoid working out too close to bedtime as it can have the opposite effect. Plus, if you’re struggling to wake up and feel energised in the morning, try some form of exercise in the morning. Movement earlier in the day can help your body wake up quicker, and develop a healthier sleep schedule. 
5. Practice some relaxation techniques before bed. This could include things like deep breathing or visualisation exercises, which will help calm your mind and therefore help you get to sleep faster. 

Try these simple steps and feel your sleep schedule improve ASAP!