A night of good sleep is vital in improving brain activities such as concentration and learning, mood, and health.
By: Mihlali Jijana
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In the present day and age, individuals tend to have multiple sources of income and lead busy lives. As the well-known quote from Wall Street states, “Money never sleeps”, given the current economic situation. It is important to have a balance between work and rest.
Doryce Sher, a qualified pharmacist and aromatherapist, emphasizes the importance of getting restorative sleep. It is not only crucial to perform well at work or school the next day but also to maintain good mental health and prevent long-term health problems.
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A lot of people who struggle to fall asleep naturally normally claim they suffer from insomnia, which most of the time is not even the case. Doryce explains “Our bodies respond to the environment and after sunset, they do their job to prepare us for sleep. But if the mind is stressed, anxious, and distracted it can waste the release of melatonin and other hormonal interplays that make us naturally fall asleep”.
Unlock the secret to restful nights by exploring the natural factors that promote falling asleep.
Positive mindset: Always program your mind to I can do it, I can fall asleep without pills and apps. Tell your mind that you are relaxed and ready to doze off.
Design your bedroom to be cozy: Make your bedroom a cozy sanctuary by using warm and calming colors and keeping it free of clutter to promote relaxation.
Dim light: A lot of people do not like sleeping in the dark, so it is advised that they get dim light bulbs to avoid visual disruption and circadian rhythm.
Relax before bed: Take a warm bath or meditate.
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