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7 Bedtime Behaviors to Help You Sleep Better

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Sleep experts agree that adults between the ages of 18 and 64 need between 7 and 8 hours of sleep per night. Unfortunately, many people have trouble with hitting that goal consistently. This lack of sleep is a concern because multiple studies show that your overall health is significantly affected when you don’t sleep well. The good news is that there are a few things you can do right before bedtime that can help you to get a good night’s rest. 

1. Put The Devices Outside

Electronic devices can disrupt your sleep because they keep your brain more active than it should be when you’re trying to get some rest. The reason behind that is more complicated than the fact that you may be partaking in engaging content.

Your body has a circadian rhythm where lights tell it to stay awake while the darkness says it should rest. Even if your device is on dim lighting, it’s enough to keep you awake longer. 

2. Turn The Lights Off

In the same vein, having bright lights in your room leading up to bedtime will have the same effect. It’s best to keep the lighting dim so your body can get ready to rest.

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In fact, experts suggest that if you need bright lighting for something then it should be done outside the bedroom. 

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3. Set The Right Temperature

It can be hard to get a good night’s rest if the temperature isn’t right. While there is some argument about what the ideal temperature is for sleep, you only need to be cool.

You can decide what that means for you and ensure that your bedroom remains at that temperature before bedtime and throughout the night. 

4. Get Comfortable

Just like the temperature, comfort is also fairly subjective. Getting comfortable for sleep typically includes paying attention to your

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