Getting a deep sleep without interruption is becoming a
distant dream to many people; as a result, they have to look for help from
over-the-counter medicines. However, apart from these medicines or expensive
new-age devices, there’re still many other natural therapies that may help such
as implementing some healthy day and night habits. Besides, with a few changes
in schedule or bedroom, you can make a difference.
1.
Maintain a regular bed and wake time
The first step is to get familiar with and adhere to a new
schedule. This means waking up at a specified time, even on weekends, and going
to bed at the same time every night. If you have to take part in a party on
weekend, then it’s better to enjoy the time and go home as soon as possible to
get back to your scheduled bedtime.
2.
Exercise regularly
Regularly exercise
may help you get a better sleep
Regularly exercise may help you get a better sleep according
to experts, and it’s better to exercise in the morning than in the evening.
However, if you want to exercise at night, do yoga or stretching instead of
intense workouts.
3.
Avoid caffeine
Don’t worry, and you don’t need to give up your morning
coffee. However, pay attention to your second mid-morning cup of coffee in the
office, the third and fourth cups of coffee after lunch, which you drink to
fight off your sleepiness. A lot of people do not aware of how much caffeine
they consume, especially in the afternoon. Try not to drink caffeine after 4
pm.
4.
Take a nap at midday
Take a nap in 15
to 20 minutes
It’s quite fine to have a sleep during daytime, but remember
to obey to feline philosophy and only take a short rest. Try to limit your
sleep to 15 or 20 minutes at midday, not at night.
5.
Avoid arousing activities before bedtime
Slow and relaxing activities before bedtime allow your body
and your mind to relax before your head hits the pillow. Therefore, avoid late
and heavy meals as well as other arousing activities. You could instead read a
novel or magazine. And you know what; leave all the bills and documents
relating to work for tomorrow morning, it’s time to relax at have a deep sleep
at night.
