Topics: Healthy Sleep
Most of us associate New Year with new beginnings. We see this time as an opportunity to make changes to our lives in pursuit of becoming finer and healthier individuals. This is why we make New Year's resolutions. With these resolves, we promise to shred the old toxic traits and evolve into better versions of ourselves as a new annual cycle begins. Thus, to help those who are working on a New Year resolution list but are out of ideas on what they can do in 2024, here is a suggestion. Have a look!
New Year, New Sleep, New You!
At some point in our lives, all of us were told about the importance of sleep. It might be when your teacher introduced you to the phrase “early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise” or when your parents asked you to sleep on time so you can wake up refreshed the following morning.
But, as we grew into adults, we forgot this crucial life lesson. With just 24 hours to accomplish all our goals, our schedules became busier, and the rest hours dwindled. But, this habit is not encouraged since compromised sleep leads to health complications. Not resting well degrades your performance at work and causes conflicts in personal relationships. Furthermore, it affects your appetite and hinders your ability to make decisions.
This is why you should step into 2024 with a resolve to sleep well. Besides helping you wake up feeling refreshed every morning, this resolution can also assist you in achieving other goals like increased exercise, enhanced work productivity, and weight loss. Also, sleeping well can stabilise your mood and encourage your overall emotional well-being.
So, here are a few ideas for 2024 sleep resolutions to help you awaken your best!
Sleep resolutions for awakening your best in 2024!
Resolve 1: Unwind before going to bed
After the hustle and bustle of the whole day, our mind and body do not go into rest mode as soon as we hit the bed. They need some time to gradually slow down. For this purpose, you are advised to plan some quiet time before bed every night. Instead of watching the news or flipping through the pages of the newspaper, do something that puts you at ease. You can opt to listen to calming music or read a book. Doing so will ensure a peaceful and restful sleep.
Resolve 2: Get rid of your phone an hour before sleeping
This year improve your sleep quality by making a resolution to stop using electronic devices, including your phone, laptop, or tablet, at least half an hour before bed. It is so because the screens emit blue light that can jeopardise your sleep cycle by making your body believe it is daytime. Also, using the phone can stimulate your brain and delay REM sleep. It can keep you awake for many hours beyond your normal bedtime.
Resolve 3: Enjoy more outdoor activities
Indulging in outdoor activities can help you with better sleep in many ways. It ensures increased production of endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin, which calms the body. Doing so maintains the balance of the circadian rhythm, so you get a good night’s rest. Moreover, getting some outdoor physical activity drains energy and makes you tired, helping with better sleep. Lastly, outdoor activities also allow you to relax and get rid of stressors as you get to enjoy the surroundings.
Resolve 4: Follow a regular sleep schedule
People who face trouble falling asleep should resolve to follow a regular sleep schedule. This means you should go to bed and wake up from sleep at the same time every day, even on weekends. Doing so will keep your sleep cycle in sync and prevent disruption in the inner clock. Following a consistent sleep schedule can help you get seven to eight hours of rest every night and avoid sleep debt.
Resolve 5: Think about assessing your sleep quality
Just as it is necessary to get a physical health check-up at least once every year, undergoing a sleep test to assess your rest quality annually is also recommended. For this purpose, you should resolve to get One Sleep Test (OST). The exam is a simple, accurate, and safe way to determine your sleep quality. It uses sensors to measure your oxygen levels, total sleep time, heart rate, and body movements and provides precise results. Taking OST can help ensure you don’t have a sleep problem like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) or Insomnia. So, resolve to undergo a sleep test and book one for your family for better sleep health in 2024.
Conclusion
Getting a good night’s rest is crucial for ensuring your overall health and well-being. So, this time around, make sleep a part of your New Year resolutions and promise yourself eight hours of good-quality rest every day.
