Strategies to Support Better Sleep

People’s routines have been uprooted as a result of the pandemic. Our homes have turned into 24/7 centers to work, eat, raise children and manage daily lives. As a consequence, our sleep has suffered with 40% of people reporting sleep problems. 

Getting a proper night’s rest boosts your immune system, strengthens your heart, increases productivity, improves your memory and more. Laura Sage, CHILL CEO + Founder, recently participated in a panel discussion on sleep led by Kimberly Witt of Be Hue Wellness. Other panelists included Dr. Sandra Subotich, Director of East Asian Medicine and Acupuncture at BIÂN, Nick Boskovich, Owner of HiVibe Juicery and Mary Pat Wallace, Founder of Luxury Bed Collection. Each panelist offered helpful tips to support proper sleep health. Here are a few:

• Make your room a sanctuary: 

  • Decrease the amount of light through black out curtains 

  • Eliminate unnecessary electronics + put your phone in airplane mode 

  • Turn down the room temperature to signal to your body it's time for sleep

• Consume thoughtfully:

  • Refrain from eating less than two hours before bed + avoid caffeine after 2 PM

  • Abstain from TV or social media scrolling close to bedtime

  • Drink chamomile and/or lavender teas which promote rest 

  • Research natural supplements like magnesium + melatonin 

• Practice self-care techniques:

  • Try gentle mindful stretching before bed

  • Tap into feelings of gratitude by journaling while listening to soothing music

  • Take a warm bath 

• Explore meditation + mindfulness: 

  • Mindfully observe the sensations of your body in a body scan meditation

  • Focus the mind on each inhale + exhale by counting breaths 

  • Imagine peaceful + calming scenes to bring about relaxation with visualization

  • Tense + relax different muscle groups through progressive relaxation

Be consistent + build a bedtime routine that works for you to ensure a quality night of rest. Sleep is a priceless activity in your day. Sign up for a complimentary two-week complimentary trial to CHILL Anywhere + see how meditation can improve your sleep.