The importance of a good night's sleep is essential throughout our waking hours. A good night's sleep means more energy, more concentration and more productivity during the day.
Psychologists suggest 5 important tips you should apply for a better sleep, which have worked great for them!
# 1
Make an inventory of your tools and furniture. How old is the mattress and bed where you sleep? Maybe it’s time for a new mattress. Mattress technology has come a long way in the last thirty years. Investing in a bed and pillow that perfectly fits your body type can make a big difference.
# 2
Make your bed "an attractive place". Think of it as a holy place, a safe and private place where you can find peace. Change the sheets and sprinkle the ambiance with a scent you like.
# 3
Avoid excessive alcohol and caffeine, especially before bedtime. Both significantly reduce the chances of deep sleep. If you definitely need an amount of caffeine, drink it earlier than usual and reduce the amount.
# 4
Turn off your computer and cell phone at least an hour before you go to bed. Draw a line between your electronic world and that of sleep and in the evening, stay on the sleeping side. Keep your cell phone away from your bed and keep as much space as possible from the electronics.
# 5
Try to go to bed earlier. So go to bed earlier than usual. This gives you more time to "stay awake in bed".
A bonus tip: Keep a dream diary by the bedside to write down the dreams you see, s. Chances are you will forget them later and will no longer be able to write or recall them. This can be a good psychological stimulus to make you want to go to bed willingly.
Sweet Dreams!
Source: Psychology Today
