Bedtime Ritual

What makes a good bedtime ritual?

Any ritual that helps you feel calm, relaxed, and sleepy is great. 

Here are some relaxing activities you could incorporate in your bedtime ritual. You could follow the same ritual every night or mix things up depending on your mood. Begin your ritual 1-2 hours before bedtime.

• Run a bath.

• Light a candle

• Listen to music. We love Deep Sleep Instantly

• Write in a journal 

• Read

• Try meditation

• Do some yoga or gentle stretching

• Drink a cup of herbal tea

• Dim the lights

• Listen to a podcast. Try these 9 uplifting podcasts suggestions to boost your mood.

• Breathe deeply Try this guided full-body relaxation and breathing meditation

• Try a tranquil synergy blend with calming and sedating properties.

What should I avoid?

• Stop using screens at least an hour before bedtime. Screens emit blue light, which can interfere with your sleep cycles and keep you awake. Looking to really reduce your screentime?

• Avoid caffeine and other stimulants (such as sugar or alcohol) several hours before bed.

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