How to Get More Sleep

Keep In Sync With Your Body’s Sleep CycleWe know maintaining a proper sleep schedule can be tough. Life can often get in the way of a good night’s rest. Late nights at the office. An evening of pub trivia. Or maybe you just need to clutch onto every single precious moment you have to yourself, so you get stoned and watch The Office until two in the morning. Today is the perfect day to start a new you. Remember, discipline is the first milestone on the road to restfulness.Exercise During the DayExercise can reduce stress levels, mitigate insomnia symptoms, and contribute to more restful shut-eye. Experts recommend twenty to thirty minutes of brisk, moderate cardiovascular activity every day, such as walking or jogging, and caution that five to ten minutes of quick, rhythmic exercises working mainly the right wrist are an ineffective substitute. We know, it’s been three months since Julie moved out, and yes, you probably shouldn’t have yelled at your parents on the phone like that. Maybe try joining a club soccer team?Wind Down and Clear Your HeadNo one can fall asleep with a mind chock-full of anxiety and stress. Rather than spending the night tossing and turning, take some time before bed to center yourself and release the thoughts that swirl around in your brain. Practice deep breathing. Meditate. Call your brother back and forgive him for stealing your Jeep Grand Cherokee. We understand that relationship is loaded, but you need to understand that addiction is a disease. And it’s not like you have everything in your life under control. Who showed up high to brunch with Julie’s parents that one time? Sure, it was just a little pot, but Julie had a point. That’s just one example of something you shouldn’t be thinking about before you go to bed. Breathe.Improve Your Sl