Habits, Mental Health, Physical Health, Sleep, Sleep Cycle -


Falling asleep the same time can be challenging for the most of us at certain times. 


Here are 10 easy tips for getting out of your Night Owl skin.
Yes! The struggle is real. We are all creatures of habits and they forms us even if we like it or not. By slowly changing your habits over time you to can also experience quality sleep. 

1. Set an alarm clock 1 hour before bedtime and calm down (Train your circadian rhythm).

The key is to stick to a consistent sleep routine. Go to bed at the same time each night and wake up at the same time each morning.

A part of your hypothalamus (a portion of your brain) controls your circadian rhythm. What is it, exactly? Your circadian rhythm is your bodys own 24-hour internal clock that cycles between sleepiness and alertness. It's also known as your sleep/wake cycle.


But is it that easy? NO! Thats probably why you are reading this blog post. But an easy trick is to set an alarm clock 1 hour before bedtime. Then use this hour to wind down by turning down the lights and listening to relaxing music or nature sounds. A set sleep routine will train your circadian rhythm to tell you to fall asleep and wake up at the same time every day.

2. Use the bed only for sleep and sex (not for work or TV).

By training your body to asosiale the bedroom with sleep the easier it gets to fall asleep faster. If you watch TV or checks you email in your bed, the body starts to remember the bedroom as a workplace. So a good tip is to leave the screens turned off, turn down the lights and focusing on ending the day. 

3. Cut down on caffeine.



Caffeine can also increase the need to urinate during the night.

4. Be physically active.


5. Limit daytime naps.


6. If you use tobacco in any form, quit.

Nicotine makes it harder to fall asleep.

7. Use alcohol cautiously.


8. Improve your sleep surroundings.



Otherwise, you'll set yourself up for tossing and turning.

10. Avoid taking sleeping pills.
