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SWEET DREAMS

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Sleep is not merely a time of rest; it’s a vital process that allows our
bodies and minds to recharge, repair and rejuvenate. While you snooze,
your brain is hard at work, consolidating memories, processing
emotions and preparing you for the next day. Sleep is like the reset
button for your body and soul, helping you to wake up refreshed and
ready to face what life throws at you.

Here are just some tips to help you achieve a blissful slumber

Stay Active: Regular physical
activity can work wonders for
Create A Soothing Sleep Environment: your sleep. Spending at least 30 Relaxation Techniques: Explore
Transform your bedroom into a cosy mins in the natural daylight helps relaxation techniques such as deep
sanctuary by keeping it cool, dark and reset your bodyclock. However, breathing, meditation, a warm bath or
quiet. Invest in comfortable bedding try not to exercise too close to some gentle stretches before bedtime.
and a decent mattress and pillows. bedtime. A few hours before They can help your mind and prepare
sleep is ideal to give your body your body for sleep
enough time to wind down

Unplug Before Bed: Bid farewell to Consistent Sleep Schedule: Try to Mind Your Diet: Be mindful of what you
screens at least an hour before stick to a regular sleep schedule, eat and drink, especially in the evening.
bedtime (I know it’s hard!). The blue even on weekends. Your body Avoid heavy meals, caffeine and
light emitted by devices can mess with loves routine and a consistent excessive alcohol close to bedtime as
your sleep hormone, melatonin, making sleep-wake cycle can help they can disrupt your sleep.
it hard to doze off. regulate your internal clock and
make falling asleep easier.

Limit Daytime Naps: While the power
nap can be refreshing, excessive Manage Stress: Find healthy ways to
daytime napping can interfere with Seek Professional Help: If you manage stress during the day, like
constantly struggle with sleep
your nighttime sleep. Keep naps short despite trying these tips, consider journaling, talking to friends or
and avoid them late in the day. consulting your GP or a sleep engaging in hobbies that you enjoy.
specialist. They can identify
underlying sleep disorders and
provide personalised solutions.

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