Developing A Nighttime Routine For A Better Night's Sleep

Do Not Watch The Clock

Have you ever rolled over at night to check what time it is when you are struggling to fall asleep or when you wake up in the middle of the night? Just about everyone has done this at least once, though most do it almost every time they cannot fall asleep. But it may surprise some to know checking the clock does nothing to promote sleep. It can make it even harder for someone to fall asleep!

Instead, do not look at the time once you crawl into bed. If this is challenging, turn your alarm clock so that it faces away from you or your smartphone over so the screen faces down. You can even put your smartphone across the room to avoid looking at it! Not knowing the time reduces the stress and frustration many feel by realizing how much time has passed or has not passed since they got into bed and closed their eyes. In the case of the smartphone, it also prevents blue light from disrupting your internal body clock.

Continue reading to learn what everyone should do for a good night’s sleep when sleep seems evasive.