Swap out LEDs and fluorescent light bulbs in your home for incandescents
LEDs and fluorescent lights emit blue light that is not balanced by red and near...
Start journaling, if you’re not already
If you often lie in bed with your mind racing, it might be helpful to...
Sleep naked
One of the established benefits of sleeping in the buff is improved sleep quality, in...
Sleep in complete darkness, or as close to it as possible
Even the tiniest bit of light can disrupt your pineal gland’s production of melatonin and...
Shut down your Wi-Fi at night
The fact is, you don’t need Wi-Fi while sleeping, so this is a wholly unnecessary...
Short-circuit worry with creative distractions
If worry has you in its grip, try thinking of something else that interests you...
Reset your circadian clock
Expose yourself to bright sunlight in the morning and/or around solar noon to “set” your...
Reserve your bed for sleeping
If you are used to watching TV or doing work in bed, you may find...
Reduce or avoid as many drugs as possible
Many drugs, both prescription and over-the-counter, may adversely affect sleep...
