Why is sleep so important?

Sleep hygiene are habits that make your sleep peaceful and healthy. Sleep is one thing that doesn't get enough attention in today's busy world. Office work, on the go scrolling, stress it all gets in the way of falling asleep when you need to hit the hay at night. Does any of this sound familiar?

Sleep crisis in modern life

These days, I think most of us believe that the way to success is by working through the night. But without enough sleep, just as the body aches, the mind is also weary.

How sleep deprivation affects the body and mind

Lack of sufficient rest not only leads to feeling tired, but also reduces attention and increases stress, and over time even increases risk for diabetes or heart disease.

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Sleep and Brain Activity

When we sleep, our mind doesn't really switch off - it processes memories and throws away the things we don't need. Your mind captures most of what you learn during the day by storing it in the brain at night.

Immune system and hormonal balance

Quality sleep enhances the body's immune system. It also helps keep hormones in check, so hunger, mood and energy are not all over the place.

What is sleep hygiene?

More than sleep, it's a lifestyle

Sleep hygiene comprises some simple practices that can make sleep more accessible. This is not only about sleep, but lifestyle in general.

Research and doctors' advice

They need a regular sleep-wake schedule, the right light and darkness environment and an untroubled mind to develop better sleep, experts say.

Simple habits for good sleep

Create a regular sleep routine

Keeping the same sleep-wake schedule better ensures healthy sleep. The body, too gets conditioned to this behaviour.

Caffeine and screen time control

Despite its origin as a breakfast beverage, coffee or tea consumed at night can interfere with sleep. Likewise, the light from a phone or laptop stimulates the brain. Do you find that checking your phone in bed impedes on your ability to fall asleep?

Comfortable sleeping environment

Darkness, quiet and a bedroom cooler than 70 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit also make for better sleep. A great bed, low lighting and a clean space are an environment that encourages rest.

Exercise and mental peace

The skin sac is stretched by light day exercise, and the muscles held in violent check grow flaccid at night. Light reading or meditation before bed soothes the mind.

Real life - I'm going to get sick of this Real life - What if you can't sleep?

Story of a common man

Rahul, a young person used to complain about having difficulty falling asleep at bedtime. Later, he went to bed every night with his phone turned off and read a book. He started to sleep a lot better within days.

Big difference in small changes

We're inclined to believe sleep problems are important. But the truth is that it can make a big difference to just change little things.

Take the good sleep journey today

Good sleep includes not only being rested, but also having a healthy body and an abundant mind. So, do not scrimp on sleep hygiene.

Keys to a Healthy Life

Begin tonight - get to bed with your device out of reach, and prepare your mind and surroundings for sleep.

Do you want to change behavior?

Can you imagine how much better tomorrow morning could be if you did one little thing differently tonight? And be sure to tell us in the comments - which habit would you begin with?