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Step 1
*Stimulants* Avoid all types of caffeine for at least 4 hours before going to bed. Remember that caffeine is often hidden in common foods, such as the chocolate brownie you had for dessert.
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Step 2
*Activities* Stimulating activity should be halted an hour before bed. This includes watching television, playing computer games, video games, etc. These activities stimulate your brain for activity and ready the body for action.
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Step 3
*Routine* Develop a night time routine. This can be tailored to your individual life. Take a warm bath, listen to music, read, or relax in some way. This helps the mind and body to relax in order to prepare for sleep. If you follow the same routine every night, your body will fall into a natural rythm.
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Step 4
*Weekends* Try to keep the same sleep schedule during the weekend as well as during the week. This helps to avoid that Monday morning fatigue from staying up late Friday and Saturday nights.
Comments
marielc said
on 5/11/2009 I always try to get good sleep. I have to sleep during the day so that's helpful.
40skydiver said
on 3/14/2009 Good tips on routine etc...
Kathymcbain said
on 3/7/2009 Great article on falling asleep faster. I've been having a hard time with this lately.
sonni57 said
on 3/7/2009 I need these sleeping tips I'm a light sleeper thanks.
AprilThomas said
on 2/26/2009 Good tips that will help induce sleep. Everything I drink now is either no caffeine or decaf, and that really helps.