Avoid these behaviors to get a better night’s sleep.
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Sleep affects every aspect of our well-being, fromphysical to mental health.
This includes waking up at the same time every dayeven on weekends.
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Set your alarm for the latest possible wake-up time and get out of bed immediately, Porter advises.
Moving too quickly can actually lead to sleep loss, making it harder to reset your schedule.
Kahn notes that light is also powerful throughout the day.
Try working by a window, spending your lunch break outside, or going for a walk after work.
Your brain needs a signal that its time to sleep, Porter explains.
Spend time before bed doing relaxing activities like stretching, reading, or meditating.
This lowers cortisol levels and prepares your body for rest.
Take a warm bath or shower, or if you have access, use a sauna, he says.
Additionally, caffeine and alcohol intake in the evening can make it difficult to go to bed.
Consider adjusting these behaviors to improve your sleep schedule.
