Coping Strategies for Lack of Sleep

Do you suffer from a lack of sleep? If so here are some tips that you might use to help your sleep.

Adjust the Heat - If you are too hot or too cold it will disrupt your sleep. Make sure the temperature is comfortable for you. For most people that is between 18 to 22 Celsius or 65 to 72 Fahrenheit. If your feet are too cold, try soaking them in warm water and then putting on a pair of warm socks before bed. Try adjusting the temperature before bed to see if it has been disrupting you.

Make it Dark - You can put blackout curtains to block light, put a blanket over your window or cover your eyes with a shirt.

Make it Quiet - Try some earplugs; there are many kinds so find the one that works best for you. White noise can help block out other noises, and a fan can help make white noise or you can purchase a white noise machine. Some people who experience auditory hallucinations notice using earplugs or white noise can affect their hallucinations so experiment and find what works best for you.

Check Mattress and Pillows - Make sure your body is supported for sleep. If your neck is stiff in the morning your pillow may be too flat or too high. It should be just the right size to support your neck in line with your body. If you have low back pain, try using an extra pillow under your knees if you sleep on your back or between your knees if you sleep on your side.

Bedroom Oasis - Make your bedroom a calm, relaxing space dedicated to only sleep and sexual activity. Do not use it for TV, Games, talking o the phone, doing homework, or any other nonsleep activities.

Turn off screens - Turn off the computer, tv, and phone an hour before sleep. Cover any blue light displays you can't turn off like clocks. The blue light turns off melatonin and you need it to sleep. Dim red tinted lights are best.

Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine - These things interfere with getting a good amount of sleep. Stop caffeine at least six hours before bed and alcohol and nicotine at least two hours before bed.

Bedtime Routine - Doing the same routine before bed helps build a habit and it helps your brain associate those actions with sleep.

These are just a few tips that I got on the BoosterBuddy app that I thought was so good I would share. What are some tips you would give to those suffering from a lack of sleep?