Happy World Sleep Day!

 

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Did you know that today, the 19th of March, is World Sleep Day? I didn’t even know something like this existed! At first, I found it amusing, but after thinking about why there’s a need to

celebrate it, I concluded that not everyone has the luxury of benefiting from sleep. What I mean is sleep is important because it should make us feel rested and relaxed; however, not everyone can enjoy the benefits of sleep due to various reasons such as;

• Insomnia. 
• Stress and anxiety. 
• Work.
• Health issues. 
• Fear of having bad dreams. 
• Your living situation (living with others in the same room).
• Having children, especially when they are still young.

Lack of sleep has been proven to have adverse effects on one’s health; therefore, it’s important to sleep well whenever you can to maintain a healthy lifestyle. According to medical experts, these are some tips that can improve your sleep.

• Put on loose nightwear. 
• Dim the lights. 
• Sleep in a comfortable bed. 
• Stay away from your mobile devices.
• Try to create a sleep routine. 
• Think of a peaceful place.
• Avoid heavy meals before bed.
• Speak to a loved one before bedtime. 
• Listen to calm music on a low volume level. 
• Ensure your room is airy.

I wish you all a peaceful sleep!