You toss and turn all night, or you wake up in the middle of the night and can’t fall back asleep. You’re tired all day, but you just can’t get enough sleep at night.
If you’re having trouble falling asleep, it’s important to figure out what’s causing your insomnia and address that issue
The following tips will help you fall asleep faster and feel more rested in the morning. If you’re having issues falling asleep, try these tips:
1. Create a bedtime routine. A regular routine can help your body relax and prepare for sleep. For example, take a bath or read a book before bedtime—and don’t use electronics right before bedtime!
2. Don’t eat too much at dinner if you have trouble falling asleep. Try eating earlier in the day or smaller meals with more fiber throughout the day to avoid heartburn and indigestion that may keep you awake at night.
3. Avoid caffeine after 2 p.m., especially if it keeps you awake at night. Even decaf has some caffeine in it, so cut back after lunchtime if that’s when your afternoon pick-me-up kicks in!
4. Make sure there’s nothing else bothering you before bedtime (like bills or chores), which might keep you up at night worrying about them instead of sleeping through the night peacefully!
5. Exercise during the day, but not close to bedtime. Exercise is one of the best ways to improve your sleep quality. Just don’t exercise too close to bedtime. You may feel tired after a workout, but your body needs time to process all those endorphins before going to sleep. Moreover, exercise raises body temperature (which is why we feel warmer after exercising).a
6. Get comfortable clothes that won’t disturb your sleep patterns — such as noiseless socks or cotton pajamas — and remove any distractions from your bedroom, such as electronics (or even clocks).