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Cool It
According to the National Sleep Foundation, the ideal temperature for shut-eye is around 65 degrees.
The cooler you are, the sleepier you become, so turn down the thermostat.
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Cut Off the Alcohol (and Snacks)
At least two hours before bedtime, cut off the booze, food, and stimulants (not just coffee and soda, but also sugary desserts and even fruits).
Digestion and sleep don’t mix well.
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Step Away from the Spreadsheet
Shut off your brain and stop working. The tasks will still be there tomorrow—plus some more, because work can, and should, wait.
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Look Back, Look Ahead
Review what you accomplished today, then make a to-do list for tomorrow.
Don’t make these lists too close to bedtime.
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Clean It Up
Waking up to a messy household isn’t the way to start the day.
Tidy up the kitchen, your bedroom, your workspace, and everything else within eyesight before you hit the sack for a clearer path in the morning.
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Relax with a Book
Get in some light reading before bedtime.
Good old-fashioned print is preferable to an iPad or Kindle. The light from the screen of your tablet or phone is blue-spectrum light
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Dress for No Stress
Plan and lay out tomorrow’s clothing ensemble tonight, and you’ll have one less thing to worry about.
If your first outfit of the day is gym clothes for a morning workout, even better.
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Daily Habits for Better Sleep
- Get outside. Aim for at least 30 minutes of sun exposure each day.
- Turn out the lights. When it gets dark outside, dim the lights in your house and reduce blue or full-spectrum light in your environment.
- Avoid caffeine and stop smoking or chewing tobacco.
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The Optimal Working Temperature
The preferred seems to be around 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
If you’re lucky enough to work remote or have your own office with an independent thermostat, experiment with which temperature works for you.
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