Practical Tips To Manage The Light In Our Environments For Sleep
- Find brightness in your day. Spend time outdoors. Take walking breaks. During the day, hang out near a window or a well-lit area.
- Limit screen time before bed. Opt for analog activities in the late evening (e.g., 30 min. before bed). Read a relaxing book. Write “happiness” or gratitude lists in your journal. Chat over the phone with a good friend or listen to a podcast.
- Calm yourself with a nighttime ritual. Practice calming activities to prepare for sleep. Practice the same, simple sleep steps each night. Modify them when you need to, and use this ritual as your go-to system to sleep well.
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Spending time in well-lit areas during the day is an undervalued method to sleep well at night and feel positive emotions during the day.
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