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Tips for When You Have Anxiety and Can’t Sleep
Back to blog There’s nothing like an inviting bed and a peaceful, cool room to bring out your inner panic and racing thoughts, right? If this scenario rings true for you, you’re probably one of those lucky souls who gets anxiety and can’t sleep at night. Bedtime is supposed to be the most relaxing part of the day, and here you are breaking out in a sweat at just the thought of touching your head to the pillow. This annoying conundrum doesn’t just affect your sleep, but it can also affect your mood, health, and ability to have a productive, enjoyable day....
Drift Off to Dreamland with This Relaxing Sleep Music
You have your jams for working out at the gym, your tunes to get you through the morning commute, and a dinner playlist that enhances every meal with friends and family. But what about music for sleep? Is it good to sleep with relaxing music? Or should you just throw in the earplugs, squeeze your eyes shut, and hope for the best? Is It Good to Sleep with Relaxing Music? If you have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep, you may be wondering if relaxing sleep music is the ticket to a more restful night. According to scientific research, the...
Best Lightweight Summer Bedding Ideas
Getting a great night of sleep can be hard enough in the cooler months. But when the dog days of summer roll around? Then you’re really grappling with how to sleep cool and comfortable (without running up your energy bill.) Of course, you could sleep on top of your bedding. Hey, you could even do away with your summer PJs. But if sleeping in your skivvies sans blanket sounds totally unappealing (both hands raised over here), then it’s time to hunt down some lightweight summer bedding. With the right bedding, you’ll get the comforting touch of a heavy down duvet,...
Trouble Sleeping? Here Are Foods That Keep You Awake at Night
Getting quality sleep can sometimes feel like a dance that’s impossible to learn. Case in point: Working out before bed can give your body too much stimulation, but breaking a sweat earlier in the day can be crucial to getting some good Zzzs. Likewise, drinking water helps you feel hydrated and ready for bed, but guzzling too much H2O will send you to the bathroom a few too many times in the night. And then there’s your diet: If you’re having trouble sleeping at night, certain foods may be the culprit. Whew! But the good news is, once you figure...
8 Herbs That Help You Sleep Better
Hold the Ambien! If you want to start sleeping better at night, there just might be a more natural alternative. From lavender to chamomile, many herbs are known to promote better sleep—without any mystery side effects. So if you’re feeling restless, anxious, or a little buzzed before bedtime, try browsing the health food store instead of the drug aisle. A little spray on your pillow or diffusing of an essential oil may be all you need to get to dreamland quickly. Check out our list below for herbs that may make you sleep better. Thanks, Mother Nature! 1. Lavender A...
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