Hey there! We all know how important a good night’s sleep is for our overall well-being, right? Well, guess what? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve got some fantastic tips to help you improve your sleep quality during the summer months. So, if you want to feel refreshed and energized every morning, keep on reading!
Embrace The Sunshine: Soak up the rays! Did you know that natural sunlight or bright light can do wonders for your sleep? It’s true! By getting your dose of daylight during the day, you can keep your internal clock, aka circadian rhythm, in tip-top shape. This means better daytime energy and improved sleep at night. So, go ahead and bask in the sunlight and consider adding some artificial bright light to help keep your rhythm in sync. We’ve got the Kala Red Light and Therapy Lamp here.
Dim Those Blues: Okay, so we all love our Netflix shows and our smart phones, but they can be sneaky little sleep disruptors, especially with that blue light they constantly emit. Don’t worry though! There are simple ways to reduce your exposure to blue light in the evening. You can grab some stylish glasses that block blue light, download a free blue light blocker app like f.lux (https://justgetflux.com/) to give your screens a nighttime makeover, or better yet; set a time each night 30 minutes to an hour before bedtime that the TV and screens get turned off. Time to pick up a book! Trust us, your sleep and daily energy levels will thank you for this one.
Mind Your Caffeine Kick: We totally get it, we’re slaves to our daily caffeine fix, too. That hot go-go magic bean juice is just too good to pass up. But here’s the deal: if you want a restful night, it’s best to avoid caffeine in the late afternoon and especially in the evenings. The stimulant can mess with your nervous system and give you trouble trying to fall asleep, and could keep you wide awake when you should be snoozing. So, if you’re sensitive to caffeine or struggle with sleep sometimes, opt for decaf options or switch to herbal teas in the afternoon – we personally like stopping all caffeinated beverages by 2:00pm!
Unplug & Disconnect: You can’t see them, but you can feel them! EMFs (electromagnetic fields) can disrupt your sleep by hindering the body’s melatonin production and messing with your circadian rhythm. We’ve found the best way around this is to unplug electronic devices in the bedroom, disconnect wireless routers and put cell phones into airplane mode for the night. You won’t miss doomscrolling before bed—trust us!
Ground Yourself: Grounding has the potential to improve the quality of our sleep by reducing nighttime awakenings and increasing deep sleep duration. Research suggests that grounding can positively influence brainwave patterns during sleep, promoting a more profound and restorative rest. By fostering a deeper sleep state, grounding allows our bodies to repair and rejuvenate, leading to increased energy levels, improved mood, and better cognitive function during the day.