World Sleep Day took place on 19th March, a celebration of the benefits a good and healthy sleep can bring to our lives. It also aims to help raise awareness of the problems that a bad night’s sleep can bring and help those with sleep problems. The slogan for this year is ‘Regular Sleep, Healthier Future’.
We spend up to one-third of our lives sleeping, so it is important to practice sleep hygiene. Here are some things you can do to get a good night’s sleep:
- Have a fixed bedtime and wake time
- Exercise
- Cut back on caffeine
- Unplug – try not to look at your phone or laptop 60 minutes before bed
- Practice meditation