One of the basic habits for getting a good night’s sleep is to be aware of the noise that is around us and try to minmize it, but do you find yourself dealing with noise so much, that you don’t even recognise that it’s effecting your sleep?
You many know by now that the environment that you sleep in can have a big impact on the quality of your sleep. If you want to improve your sleep and/ or cure your insomnia, make sure that you have taken a good hard look at where you are sleeping and considered implementing these tips to make it a nice, cozy place to relax and get some high quality sleep.
Have you given any thought lately to the bedding and clothes you sleep in? Are they supporting you in your quest to sleep well? Here are the 5 elements to focus on to make your sleep conditions as cozy and supportive as possible, and to help you sleep well.
Mattress:
Your mattress should be smooth and firm so that your back is well-supported and your body is comfortable when lying down. Make sure the mattress is supported completely by the bed frame to avoid sagging.
One of the techniques that promotes a relaxing vibe and good night’s sleep is music. Of course, your usual taste in music may not send you off to sleep, but I think that’s all the more reason to try something new and find the music (beats…) that will send you snoozing
I am not a ‘groovy’ person by nature, but a friend of mine is and she suggested I try listening to something called “Ambient Electronica“. I discovered that this is also called ‘downbeat’ or ‘chillout’ music and I found it strangely compelling.
Many of you may have heard of the impact of light (or lack of it) on our bodies via the discovery of S.A.D (that’s seasonal affective disorder). Just as lack of light during winter can impact our mood, so light can have a positive “re-setting” function on our circadian rhythms (the cycles of our body – especially sleep).
The circadian rhythm is more a function of darkness and light rather than actual time of day. Bright light can discourage drowsiness, and darkness can cause sleepiness, day or night. Light therapy is a treatment used for people who suffer from circadian rhythm sleep disorders. Your body has an internal clock that tells it when it is time to be asleep and when it is time to be awake.
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