Top Ten Tips for Getting a Better Night\u2019s Sleep<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve done the hard work for you and collated some recommended ways to get a better night\u2019s sleep.
\nBut first, in case you\u2019ve had your head in the sand (or under a pillow if you\u2019re lucky!) a reminder of why sleep is essential. It affects our lives more than most of us are prepared to recognise. How often do you hear yourself declaring to colleagues \u201cI didn\u2019t sleep last night!\u201d?
\nBut do you then consider how that lack of sleep can negatively affect your wellbeing or even your performance and motivation?
\nFrom driving to work, to performing everyday tasks; sleep is vital for optimum concentration.
\nNot only does it help us recover from the daily mind chatter of things we need to get done \u2013 emails, deadlines, social media etc. It also allows our bodies to regenerate or heal if it needs to.
\nSo if you struggle to get to or to stay asleep try some of these\u2026<\/p>\n
Find a schedule that works and stick to it<\/strong> Get plenty of exercise \u2013 but not near bedtime<\/strong> Ditch the \u2018smokes\u2019 and caffeine!<\/strong> Alcohol is out too\u2026<\/strong> Eat earlier<\/strong> Stop the mid-afternoon napping<\/strong> (Frankie says) RELAX!<\/strong> Bubbles at Bedtime<\/strong> Check your medications<\/strong> Set the scene<\/strong> We\u2019ll undoubtedly be adding all these to our bedtime routine. Happy World Sleep Day!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Top Ten Tips for Getting a Better Night\u2019s Sleep We\u2019ve done the hard work for you and collated some recommended ways to get a better night\u2019s sleep. But first, in case you\u2019ve had your head in the sand (or under a pillow if you\u2019re lucky!) a reminder of why sleep is essential. It affects our […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1838,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[10,3],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1837"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1837"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1837\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1839,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1837\/revisions\/1839"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1838"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1837"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1837"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kehorne.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1837"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nHeading off to bed at the same time each evening will ensure that, as creatures of habit, our minds and bodies know what\u2019s expected of them. And, sadly, using the weekend as a time to catch up on lost sleep doesn\u2019t work!!<\/p>\n
\nGetting daily exercise in our lives is a \u2018given\u2019. It benefits our mind and bodies in so many ways.
\nBut try to finish any exercise routine at least two hours before you head off to bed, so your body and mind have time to wind down and settle.<\/p>\n
\nMost of us will have either a nicotine or caffeine addiction, however mild. Whichever is your nemesis make sure you stop at least eight hours before getting off to sleep. And remember, chocolate contains caffeine, so you chocoholics are not off the hook entirely!<\/p>\n
\nThat nightcap you look forward to each evening to help you wind down has the opposite effect. It not only inhibits the all-important REM stage of sleep; it can also impair breathing is some people.<\/p>\n
\nDid you know big meals can interfere with your sleep? Stick to lighter snacks or start eating your evening meal earlier. Don\u2019t forget to drink fewer fluids closer to bedtime, too; otherwise, your bladder will dictate your sleep patterns!<\/p>\n
\nYou may think you\u2019re making up for lost sleep, especially if you haven\u2019t slept well the night before. But an afternoon nap can have the opposite effect so avoid at all costs.<\/p>\n
\nAnother one that\u2019s easy to get wrong; especially if you\u2019re a business owner. But however hectic your day or how long your \u2018To Do\u2019 list \u2013 make sure you stop a couple of hours before bedtime so your mind and body have time to wind down.<\/p>\n
\nThe drop in body temperature that takes place after a hot bath helps you feel sleepy and relaxed before slipping into lovely cool sheets.<\/p>\n
\nSome medicines have the unfortunate side effects of disrupting your sleep. If you have a history of disturbed sleep, ask your doctor if there are alternatives. And always check the label before taking over the counter or herbal remedies.<\/p>\n
\nPrepare your bedroom for a good night\u2019s sleep. Make sure it\u2019s dark, cool and gadget-free. And it\u2019s worth checking mattress and pillow options too.<\/p>\n