3. Wind down and clear your mind
Your residual stress, anger, and worry from your day may
make it difficult for you to sleep well or keep you awake. So try to handle
stress and maintain a positive outlook.
Some simple relaxation techniques:
Deep breathing: close your eyes, try taking deep and slow
breaths, make each breath deeper than the last
Progressive muscle relaxation: start with your toes, then
tense all muscles as tightly as possible, then completely relax.
Visualize a peaceful place: close your eyes, imagine a place
that is peaceful and calming for you, concentrate on how relaxed this place
makes you feel.
4. Improve sleep environment
Keep your room cool, dark, comfortable and quiet
Cool: your bedroom temperature may affect your sleep. Most
people tend to sleep better in a slightly cool room (around 18 degree Celsius
or 65 degree Fahrenheit) with adequate ventilation.
Comfortable: Your bed should be comfortable. There should be
enough space to stretch or turn comfortably. Pick a comfortable pillow and
mattress.
Quiet: avoid and eliminate noise from traffic, people,
barking dogs.