3 Magic Bedtime Questions
There are endless benefits to a good night’s sleep that go beyond the peace of mind it brings. Everyone knows that sleep is important, and yet we still spend countless hours scrolling through our Facebook feeds and playing games on our smartphones before drifting off for the night.
Now, there might be other more pressing priorities than getting a healthy eight hours of shuteye, but to make matters worse, research has shown that lack of sleep impairs memory formation and contributes to weight gain.
The good news is that there are simple steps that you can take to develop better sleep habits as well as learn how to consistently get a better night’s rest. One of the best ways to start is by developing an effective bedtime routine.
If you’ve never heard of a bedtime routine, or perhaps you’re just not sure where to begin, here are 3 magic questions to ask yourself before getting into bed that will help you develop a healthy and relaxing habit for optimal sleep:
What can I do today? This may seem like a silly question at first, but it challenges the perception that your day is over when it actually ends. What you do can make all the difference in improving your sleep, so focus on activities that will leave you feeling more relaxed and less anxious.
This may seem like a silly question at first, but it challenges the perception that your day is over when it actually ends. What you do can make all the difference in improving your sleep, so focus on activities that will leave you feeling more relaxed and less anxious. Am I prepared for bed? This may seem like an obvious question, but it can be a real source of anxiety when we don’t know what to expect before going to bed. There is no better way to fall into a terrible sleep routine than by expecting everything to go smoothly.
This may seem like an obvious question, but it can be a real source of anxiety when we don’t know what to expect before going to bed. There is no better way to fall into a terrible sleep routine than by expecting everything to go smoothly. Am I aware of my sleep environment and other cues? A healthy bedtime routine is much more likely to work if you are mindful of your surroundings and the cues that signal sleepiness. For some people, this would mean turning off the lights at night, while for others it means turning off their phone. Whatever works for you is fine, and in fact can help you determine what steps will lead you to a more satisfying night’s rest.
If you can remember to ask yourself these questions on a consistent basis, you’ll find that it helps add to your daily routine and ultimately improve the quality of your sleep.
So what are you waiting for? Try it out and let us know how it goes in the comments below.
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