Having not felt up to par on this particular day, I've decided to extend my research into a problem facing many people today. I stayed in bed the majority of the afternoon yesterday and finally peeled myself from the sheets to stretch my body just before the sun decided to call it a day. I did NOT however remove my pajamas. I simply slid into my slippers awaiting my cold toes at the foot (pun intended) of the bed and tried not to think about all the things I neglected to do today. (There is always tomorrow right?)
I have NO trouble sleeping, aside from the times while I am hugely pregnant and constantly hungry around the clock; craving avocados; but that's an entirely different story :) I could sleep standing up and I haven't an issue with this in my entire existence. I like to sleep as much as sleep likes to have me. I like for my kids to get the adequate amount of sleep needed for growing children and believe they live happier, healthier lives due in part to this remedy.
It's just NO good (read about it)
http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/excessive-sleepiness-10/10-surprising-results
Getting a good night's sleep year-round is essential to living a healthy and wholesome life. In a survey on American sleep habits, the Better Sleep Council learned that 65 percent of Americans are losing sleep due to stress and that 32 percent lose sleep at least one night a week. To ensure you get restorative sleep, consider these tips.
* Make sleep a priority by keeping a consistent bedtime and waking schedule, including on weekends (which can be difficult but necessary).
* Create a bedtime routine that is relaxing. Experts recommend reading a book, listing to soothing music or soaking in a hot bath (preferably with bubbles--cause why not?!)
* Evaluate your mattress and pillow to ensure proper comfort and support. If your mattress is five to seven years old, it may be time for a new one. In general, pillows should be replaced yearly.
* Keep work materials, computers, televisions out of the bedroom; it should be used for sleep and sex only.
* Exercise regularly, but complete your workout at least two hours before bedtime.
* If you sleep with a partner, your mattress should allow each of you enough space to move easily. Couples who have been sleeping on a "double" (full size) may think they have enough room, until they learn that each person has only as much sleeping space as a baby's crib!
* Avoid nicotine, caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime. They can lead to poor sleep.
* Finish eating at least two to three hours before bedtime.
If we take the time to explore our most intimate associations with our home, as many talented architects, scientists, philosophers and poets have done and urge us to do, then we may be able to more consciously and effectively shape our spaces in ways that can help us not only to overcome emotional issues from the past, but also to reignite our fondest memories, stoke our imagination and positively synthesize our shelters with our souls where we will be able to live peacefully and sleep tight.
Sweet Dreams!
I have NO trouble sleeping, aside from the times while I am hugely pregnant and constantly hungry around the clock; craving avocados; but that's an entirely different story :) I could sleep standing up and I haven't an issue with this in my entire existence. I like to sleep as much as sleep likes to have me. I like for my kids to get the adequate amount of sleep needed for growing children and believe they live happier, healthier lives due in part to this remedy.
It's just NO good (read about it)
http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/excessive-sleepiness-10/10-surprising-results
Getting a good night's sleep year-round is essential to living a healthy and wholesome life. In a survey on American sleep habits, the Better Sleep Council learned that 65 percent of Americans are losing sleep due to stress and that 32 percent lose sleep at least one night a week. To ensure you get restorative sleep, consider these tips.
* Make sleep a priority by keeping a consistent bedtime and waking schedule, including on weekends (which can be difficult but necessary).
* Create a bedtime routine that is relaxing. Experts recommend reading a book, listing to soothing music or soaking in a hot bath (preferably with bubbles--cause why not?!)
* Evaluate your mattress and pillow to ensure proper comfort and support. If your mattress is five to seven years old, it may be time for a new one. In general, pillows should be replaced yearly.
* Keep work materials, computers, televisions out of the bedroom; it should be used for sleep and sex only.
* Exercise regularly, but complete your workout at least two hours before bedtime.
* If you sleep with a partner, your mattress should allow each of you enough space to move easily. Couples who have been sleeping on a "double" (full size) may think they have enough room, until they learn that each person has only as much sleeping space as a baby's crib!
* Avoid nicotine, caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime. They can lead to poor sleep.
* Finish eating at least two to three hours before bedtime.
If we take the time to explore our most intimate associations with our home, as many talented architects, scientists, philosophers and poets have done and urge us to do, then we may be able to more consciously and effectively shape our spaces in ways that can help us not only to overcome emotional issues from the past, but also to reignite our fondest memories, stoke our imagination and positively synthesize our shelters with our souls where we will be able to live peacefully and sleep tight.
Sweet Dreams!
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