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We all have too much to do, so take time out
and recharge yourself by getting a good night's
sleep. The quality and quantity of your sleep
can make all the difference in how productive
you'll be the next day. Here are ten tips to
help you get the sleep you need and deserve.
1. Give yourself permission to go to bed
As hard as it may be to put away your "to
do" list, make sleep a "priority." You'll thank
yourself in the morning.
2. Unwind early in the evening
Try to deal with worries and distractions
several hours before bedtime.
3. Develop a sleep ritual
Doing the same things each night just before
bed signals your body to settle down for the
night.
4. Keep regular hours
Keep your biological clock in check by going
to bed at the same time each night and waking up
at the same time each morning - even on
weekends.
5. Create a restful place to sleep
Sleep in a cool, dark room that is free from
noises that may disturb your sleep.
6.Sleep on a comfortable, supportive mattress
and foundation
It's difficult to sleep on a bed that's too
small, too soft, too hard or too old.
7. Exercise regularly
Regular exercise can help relieve daily
tension and stress - but don't exercise too
close to bedtime or you may have trouble falling
asleep.
8. Cut down on stimulants
Consuming stimulants, such as caffeine, in
the evening can make it more difficult to fall
asleep.
9. Don't smoke
Smokers take longer to fall asleep and wake
up more often during the night.
10. Finish eating at least two to three hours
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