Last year I decided that one of my core focusses was going to be my own health. I think I scored an 8/10 here whereas previously may have been 6/10. Sleep was a decent part of it.
Not to get all huberbro but a few changes I made last year to try and improve sleep:
go to bed at a consistent time with a consistent routine.
I got a Whoop and find this really helpful for everything (it’s somewhat expensive but I’ve found it very helpful)
Gave up tea in the evening and stopped coffee after 12pm. This slipped over the holidays and I’ve noticed. A cup of chamomile is my go to now.
Shower in the evening
Deleted TikTok
learnt a new sleep position. I researched ‘better’ ways of sleeping for spinal health. My adaptation was holding a pillow between my arms but to keep them locked out and then stacking my legs with a slight bend in line with my spine.
I tried some other things none of which appeared to improve my sleep. I kept track using whoop and the journal app when doing something new.
This year:
blackout blind
Nasal strips (I suffer from congestion and these have been helping)
I should really follow my own advice and tactics on getting the 4 and 9 year old to bed on time.
Routine, no screens or sugary snacks before bed time etc.
Blackout blind is really helpful, especially for the kids. We got some blackout blinds that clip into the window frame which work well.
Last year I decided that one of my core focusses was going to be my own health. I think I scored an 8/10 here whereas previously may have been 6/10. Sleep was a decent part of it.
Not to get all huberbro but a few changes I made last year to try and improve sleep:
I tried some other things none of which appeared to improve my sleep. I kept track using whoop and the journal app when doing something new.
This year: