We all do it , but do we do it enough? That is the question. Sleep is usually the first thing we sacrifice for one reason or another, and before we know it we’re wishing the week away in anticipation for the weekend so we can sleep in.
Did you know that we spend a third of our lives sleeping? The amount of sleep we need can vary depending on our age and health. Here are some interesting facts about sleep that may be of some interest to you.
Facts
★ Adults typically need between 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night
★ Sleep is vital for our health and well-being, and is just as important as diet and exercise
★ Sleep deprivation = an increased cortisol level & premature ageing
★ Watching television or using your laptop in bed will hinder the quality of sleep
★ You can’t catch up on sleep you’ve lost
For those of you like me who struggle with insomnia getting a decent nights sleep is an on going fight, but not impossible. Here are some things I do to help me get a better nights sleep:
1. Daily Exercise
I exercise first thing in the morning so that I’m not over stimulating my body or my mind.
2. Nutrition
I eat a healthy well balanced diet and avoid all stimulants after lunch and especially before bed like coffee and alcohol.
3. Lifestyle Changes
I ensure I take time out each day for some form of relaxation therapy for the mind and the body.
4. My Bedroom
It’s comfortable, dark, quiet and designed for two things, sleeping and romance.
5. Bedtime Ritual
1 hour before bed the television and computer are both turned off and I sit down with a cup of chamomile tea in the lounge room in the peace and quiet. Then I place 4 drops of Rescue Sleep on my tongue and turn in for what I hope will be a good night’s sleep.
Here’s to a good night’s sleep. *zzz*
xxx
