Giving Thanks Before Bed

... that happened during the day

Set aside 10 minutes before you go to sleep. Write down 3 things that went well today and why they went well. The odds are that you will be less depressed, happier, and addicted to this exercise six months from now.

• Step away from the screens. The blue light from electronics interferes with the production of melatonin, a hormone necessary for restful sleep.
• Read a book. Six minutes of reading can ease the tension of stress in the human body and calm your nerves.
• Reflect ...

Pick a time every week to sit down and write about your blessings — reflecting on what went right or what you are grateful for. 

Sometimes it helps to pick a number — such as three to five things — that you will identify each week. As you write, be specific and think about the sensat...