Are you having problems sleeping? Why go to sleep if you know that you won't go to sleep or won't stay asleep all night? It's almost easier to stay awake instead of fooling yourself into thinking you will actually get a good night's rest.
There are medications on the market to help those prone to insomnia. Sleep aids are known to provide restful sleep to those having trouble with sleep conditions. Most people don't want to become dependent on medicines and feel the side effects the next morning. Here are some preventative steps:
Don't consume stimulants: Stay away from tobacco products, caffeinated beverages and alcohol entirely for at least 4-5 hours before bedtime. These products contain stimulants, which increase your heart rate and keep your body alert and awake. Although alcohol is thought to slow your body down, it interrupts your sleep cycle, causing you to wake up before your body has fully rested.
Use your bed for sex or sleep: When you think of your bed, these activities often come to mind. What we don't realize is that doing other things in bed might seem comfortable at the time but trains your body to stay awake. Instead of a quiet relaxing place to sleep, your bed is associated with reading, television, or doing work.
Get moving: Exercise gives you a relaxing sleep afterwards. At least thirty minutes of exercise is recommended on most days of the week according to the American Heart Association. You are bound to see a pattern of better sleep with regular a regular exercise program.
Establish a routine: There is something to be said for repetition. Going to bed at the same time each night gets the body ready for sleep. Relaxing rituals like showering or taking a bath every night before going to bed gives your mind time to unwind from the day and settle down.
Get in a comfortable position : You'll get your best night's sleep when you are comfortable. Work to turn your bedroom into a sleep haven. Use an eye mask or earplugs to shut out all light and all noise in the bedroom. As far as your bed itself, invest in a proper mattress, pillows, and bedding that feels good. We sleep for 33 percent of our lives, we deserve the best.
Don't put pressure on yourself:: Telling yourself over and over that you must fall asleep right now will only heighten your stress and prevent you from drifting off. Instead of pressuring yourself, think about something relaxing such as a vacation or happy past events.
Relax your muscles: A relaxed body will melt into the sheets of your bed. An aid for that is a relaxation routine. Slow down your breathing. Breathe in slowly, hold it for a few moments, and then let the air out just as slowly. In your mind, imagine the anxiety and exhaustion are drifting away as you float on the sheets. Repeat the technique every night. - 15995
There are medications on the market to help those prone to insomnia. Sleep aids are known to provide restful sleep to those having trouble with sleep conditions. Most people don't want to become dependent on medicines and feel the side effects the next morning. Here are some preventative steps:
Don't consume stimulants: Stay away from tobacco products, caffeinated beverages and alcohol entirely for at least 4-5 hours before bedtime. These products contain stimulants, which increase your heart rate and keep your body alert and awake. Although alcohol is thought to slow your body down, it interrupts your sleep cycle, causing you to wake up before your body has fully rested.
Use your bed for sex or sleep: When you think of your bed, these activities often come to mind. What we don't realize is that doing other things in bed might seem comfortable at the time but trains your body to stay awake. Instead of a quiet relaxing place to sleep, your bed is associated with reading, television, or doing work.
Get moving: Exercise gives you a relaxing sleep afterwards. At least thirty minutes of exercise is recommended on most days of the week according to the American Heart Association. You are bound to see a pattern of better sleep with regular a regular exercise program.
Establish a routine: There is something to be said for repetition. Going to bed at the same time each night gets the body ready for sleep. Relaxing rituals like showering or taking a bath every night before going to bed gives your mind time to unwind from the day and settle down.
Get in a comfortable position : You'll get your best night's sleep when you are comfortable. Work to turn your bedroom into a sleep haven. Use an eye mask or earplugs to shut out all light and all noise in the bedroom. As far as your bed itself, invest in a proper mattress, pillows, and bedding that feels good. We sleep for 33 percent of our lives, we deserve the best.
Don't put pressure on yourself:: Telling yourself over and over that you must fall asleep right now will only heighten your stress and prevent you from drifting off. Instead of pressuring yourself, think about something relaxing such as a vacation or happy past events.
Relax your muscles: A relaxed body will melt into the sheets of your bed. An aid for that is a relaxation routine. Slow down your breathing. Breathe in slowly, hold it for a few moments, and then let the air out just as slowly. In your mind, imagine the anxiety and exhaustion are drifting away as you float on the sheets. Repeat the technique every night. - 15995
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