This one activity improves every single aspect of your life (and it's free),
Sleep.
7 proven tips to improve your life through better sleep:
1/ Track Your Sleep Patterns
Use a sleep tracker to monitor your sleep cycles and see trends in your restfulness. Awareness of your sleep patterns can help you identify areas where you need to improve your habits.
2/ Respect Your Natural Rhythms
Honor your circadian rhythm by aligning your sleep schedule with your body’s internal clock. Going to bed and waking up at similar times daily helps stabilize your energy and mood.
3/ Use Relaxation Techniques
Incorporate relaxation practices such as deep breathing, meditation, or progressive muscle relaxation into your bedtime routine. These can calm your mind and help ease you into sleep more smoothly.
4/ Avoid Sleep Saboteurs
Steer clear of habits that sabotage sleep, such as eating large meals late at night, consuming caffeine in the afternoon, or engaging in stimulating activities right before bed. These can all delay your sleep onset and affect sleep quality.
5/ Use Natural Light to Your Advantage
Expose yourself to natural sunlight during the day, especially in the morning. This helps regulate your circadian rhythm, making it easier to fall asleep at night. At night, dim the lights to signal your body that it’s time to wind down.
6/ Don’t Lie Awake in Bed
If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, get out of bed and do a relaxing activity like reading or meditating. Staying in bed awake can create anxiety around sleep, making it harder to drift off.
7/ Sleep and Emotional Health
A lack of sleep can impact your emotional regulation, increasing irritability and stress. Prioritize sleep to maintain your emotional well-being, reduce stress, and handle challenges with a clear mind.
These insights are inspired by Matthew Walker's book "Why We Sleep" and brought to you by Omar's Desk.
PS: Your wins tomorrow start with quality sleep tonight.
