7 Tips to Finally Get Some Sleep

I don’t know about you, but sleep is a rare commodity for me.  Like any good millennial, I turned to Google for help.  Some of the tips were tried and true, while others were a bit more surprising.

1. Manage your caffeine intake.
   

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   If you’re anything like me, you probably don’t want to hear it, but your seven daily lattes could be the cause of your insomnia.  Find a cutoff time that works for you, whether that be noon or later in the afternoon, and try switching to green tea, or an herbal version such as chamomile.

2. Try aromatherapy.
   

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   Lavender seems to be especially helpful and highly recommended!

3. Books > screens.
   

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   Set your alarm, then turn off your phone/iPad/computer/etc..  Instagram will still be there in the morning.

4. Play Goldilocks.
   

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   Don’t make your room too hot, but don’t make it too cold;  make it just right!  The ideal temperature is about 65 degrees Fahrenheit, on average.

5. Turn your face away from the garish light of day.
   

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   With a sleep mask, that is.  Complete darkness will help you fall asleep more quickly and stay asleep!

6. Check your plate.
   

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   Some foods, like fish, yoghurt, and miso soup are especially recommended to help you stay asleep.  Others, like alcohol and coffee (See #1) will do the opposite.

7. Supplement your *income.*

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Supplements like melatonin can sometimes be just the thing to help you sleep!  Be sure to check with your doctor before starting anything out of the ordinary.

Now, go get some shut-eye!

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