Ensuring your home is suitable for your needs is fundamental in so many ways, not least to having a good night’s sleep. We really need to get out of the habit of thinking that sleep is about the number of hours we get, but actually more about the quality and how restorative it truly feels. A deep and recharging sleep leaves you feeling refreshed, energised, and ready for the day ahead, but so many of us struggle with restless nights and wake up feeling tired. The good news is, by making a few changes, we can ensure that our bedrooms and our attitudes become better for sleep, including the following:
Double Down on Comfort
Organic wool comforters and cotton sheets help promote deep sleep, as they can keep you cool when it’s warm and warm when it’s cold. Wool comforters wick away moisture and prevent night sweats, while cotton sheets feel soft and breathable against your skin. Organic materials are free from harsh chemicals and irritants, making them ideal for sensitive skin and allergies. Together, they can promote longer and uninterrupted periods of deep, restorative sleep that truly recharges your body and mind.
Create a Calm and Clutter-Free Bedroom Environment
There’s a lot more information about how clutter in the physical world communicates stress. Removing distractions that could cause stress or mental overload, particularly phones, TVs, and tablets, can make a big difference. Devices interfere with melatonin, which is your natural sleep hormone, and this is because of blue light. If you really need to use devices at bedtime, invest in a blue light filter, but also opt for warm and soothing colours and soft lighting in the bedroom to encourage relaxation as you wind down.
Meditation Machines
Meditation machines can be game-changers for many people who have struggled with their sleep for years. A meditation machine works by playing binaural beats in the ears while showing a pattern of LED lights in purpose-made glasses to put someone into a meditative state. Many people who have used them and experienced anxiety have seen their sleep transform very quickly. Using these every night will mean deeper, more restful sleep.
Hack Your Circadian Rhythm
Your circadian rhythm is your body clock, and there are many things that we can do to ensure that we regulate this. Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, even on weekends, is one thing, but you also need to avoid caffeine and heavy meals in the hours before bedtime. You should also look at how much daylight you’re actually getting; try to get daylight in your eyes as close to your wake-up time as possible, but also get outside as it’s getting darker. Don’t forget that little signals to your body that it’s time to relax can work wonders too, such as a warm bath, gentle stretches, or reading a calming book.
The thing is, these changes are simple for the most part, ensuring that you don’t just fall asleep faster, but that you improve the quality of your rest so you are healthier and more energised every morning.
