How to Get Good Sleep? 10 Simple Steps To A Good Nights Sleep...
All of us have felt some times when we are completely exhausted but sleep does not come, it seems that our mind is running through all the things we have gone through day.
Over the years I have noticed many different factors that can start this bout of insomnia. Most of them my fault I have to add.
But there are a few things you can do to make sure that your brain knows when its time to sleep, so here's 10 ways that really help me to unwind so that I can drift of to nod land.
1. Stop the Exercise : Don't worry you need not to stop exercising!!! Just stop strenuous physical activity before going to bed. Exercise produces lot of adrenaline which will not let you sleep easily.
So make sure that you stop doing anything strenuous at least half an hour before you go to bed.
2. Avoid getting into argument :
Don't start any arguments with anyone you are staying with.
If you have something in your mind don't shout, just stay calm and talk to other person about the problem.Sort it out, say goodnight, then sit down and think things over for at least half an hour. When you feel that you have resolved the issues, or just planned your next move then you can relax.
3. Relax before going to Bed
Go take a bath. Plunging into warm water may not do it by itself. Light a few candles, put on soft music and just wallow. You may find its better to just sit there and relax, but your mind will still keep churning on and on.
Throw some herbs into the bath, lavender or chamomile are the best. The relaxing and warming effect of the herbs will help to calm you, and the hot water will release the fragrance and help to activate the properties of the herbs.
4. Shut down your Gadgets
Get off the computer or tab. Its a well known fact working on pc actives your brain which disturbs your sleep.
I get it, we all like to keep in touch, reading, writing and just 'chatting., But you have to remember, your brain thinks its party time!. Its one of the worse things to keep you awake.
5. Get the Massage
On the subject of herbs, why not give yourself a massage? You can either use aromatherapy oils or if you have loose herb teas you can make your own.
Just steep the herbs in boiling water for approximately 20 minutes, drain them off into a bowl and add either a small amount of body lotion or oil. As you massage your body the herbs you will feel your skin begin to warm up, and the scent will be delicious.
6. Easy on the eyes
Arrange your bedroom so that everything you see when laying in bed is colorful and calming.
There's nothing worse than getting into a nice warm bed only to see your clothes thrown on the chair, drawers half open and books or papers in disarray on your desk.
Maybe a picture on the wall showing a nature scenery, or valley will help you to focus.
7. Read a Book
Read a book in or before bedtime. Even if you only manage to get through a few pages it will help your mind relax. Even better read a really boring book, after about five minutes you will find that you are reading the same words over and over again! Next second you will drop off.
8. Meditation
Learn to meditate before going to bed. Practice this for about a week to give your mind a chance to understand that it has to relax.
9. Listen to Music
Listen to relaxing music before going to bed.
10. Have a Hug
Last but not least, cuddle up to your man or woman! Seriously, there has been research over the years that show the fact that if you are listening to a heartbeat it can calm the mind. Just ask babies.
The rhythm of the breathing mixed with hearing the dull thud of the beating heart will take send you of to dreamland!
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