From the course: Sleep Is Your Superpower
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Simple shifts for sleep success
From the course: Sleep Is Your Superpower
Simple shifts for sleep success
- Shifting your sleep habits can have a huge impact. Some with swift results and some that take time to feel the impact. A great way to know if your sleep is improving is to see if you are feeling more awake in the morning, not rushing for coffee first thing, caffeine all day, or nodding off in meetings. Here are some simple, although not necessarily easy shifts for your sleep success. Caffeine is only a temporary pick-me-up and can negatively impact sleep cycles. Because it's a stimulant, it should be stopped at least four to six hours before going to sleep. That said, caffeine can stay in your system for up to 12 hours. So be aware of its impact on you and your sleep. Alcohol may help you relax and fall asleep faster. But it will play havoc with your sleep cycles and you may not awaken so refreshed. Studies suggest not to have alcohol for as much as six hours before bedtime. Eating a big meal within about three hours…
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