Parenting Pointers 1109 - Sleep versus money

Sleep versus money Do you wake up from a good night’s sleep and say, “Wow, I feel like a million bucks”? You’re more spot on than you think because the effects of improving the quality of your sleep are similar to the effects of winning the lottery. Why is sleep worth its weight in gold? Because your physical and emotional health are improved and you’re more productive. It’s calming to finish your everyday tasks. You don’t carry the weight of the unfinished jobs into your bed. Pay attention to your sleep hygiene which includes the quality of your bed, your pillows and linens and your habits. Stay off your devices, keep your room dark and cool, no booze, caffeine or food two hours before bed, maybe get a weighted blanket and put on one of those stories from the Calm app. Sure, beds are expensive and no, you didn’t win that lottery, but invest in your health. You’ve got a long road ahead to raise those kids and enjoy your grandbabies!