We may have come to terms with the idea that we need to get some sleep, but how? Here are five suggestions:
1. Ditch the caffeine. Before y’all get out your pitchforks, let me suggest that at least reducing the intake can help. Please note that for some of us the process of weaning ourselves off of caffeine can be long and challenging and even painful, but it can definitely be worth it.
2. About that alcohol… If the pitchforks are out, might as well use them. Alcohol affects different people differently, but in general it tends to make it easy to go to sleep and hard to stay there. At least observe the effects and see.
3. Get some exercise. Cardio during the day seems to help folks sleep at night. Some people like evening exercise because there is a natural energy dip a few hours after a workout and that can coincide with bedtime.
4. Keep it cool. Most of us sleep better in a cool room.
5. Keep it dark. Our inner beasts are programmed to wake in the light, so we need to give them plenty of dark time.
What are your favorite sleep aids?
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