There’s a myth that states: “When you can’t Sleep at night, it’s because you’re awake in someone else’s dream.” Some people might believe in this kind of myth and think that it’s just nothing. However, having a hard time falling to sleep every night is a very real problem. It’s also unusual and unhealthy.

Are you the kind of person who has a hard time going to sleep? Do you tend to toss yourself up and down on your bed just to have a comfortable position? Or do you have a tendency to burn yourself out just to have a good night’s sleep? If you’re like this, you need to figure out why and take action.

Research says that there are a lot of reasons why you can’t have a good night’s sleep. Stress and heart problems can be one of these reasons, but aside from that, your sleeping surroundings also matter. Given this, you need to take action to fix your problem. Here are some tips on how to modify your bedroom and make it better for you to sleep.

1. Make it cool and refreshing

According to studies, when you’re lying in bed trying to go to sleep, your body temperature drops. Warm temperatures can make you feel hot and sweaty, which greatly affects your sleep. For this reason, you need to set your room temperature cooler for you to have a better sleep.

The suggested room temperature for optimal sleeping should be at between 60°F and 67°F. To do this, you can have your room air conditioned, or if you want to go greener, you can open your windows, or use an electric fan or ceiling fan alternatively.

2. Clean up the mess

According to Chinese feng shui, having a messy room can absorb negative energy that could alter your sleep. Anjie Cho, a feng shui expert, says that you need to clear out all the clutter in your bedroom, especially underneath your bed, to allow energy to flow easily.

In general, scientific studies also imply that having a messy room is not conducive for sleep. A messy bedroom can lead to sleep deprivation. Garbage and litter not only affect your sleep, but they are also dangerous. Aside from being a hazard, these things can distract you from drifting off and tend to disturb your sleep. Therefore, practitioners suggest that you make your room neat and clean before drifting off.

3. Spend to have an ideal mattress

If you’re already uncomfortable with the mattress that you’re using right now, it’s best for you to replace it. Spend some money and purchase an ideal mattress that will soothe your feelings when you go to sleep. Ditch that lumpy and hard mattress, and get a new one.

When buying an ideal mattress, it’s best for you to do some initial research on how to choose the perfect bed. Nowadays, there are various types of the mattress on the market that you can choose to have. Hence, make sure to try the mattress before purchasing to see if it suits you well.

4. Soothe out the noise

Living in an environment with noise that is out of your control hinders you from having a good night’s sleep. A noisy neighborhood, cars that pass by, or even your snoring roommate can deprive you of having a good sleep.

To alleviate the noise problem, listening to a white noise machine or using earplugs while sleeping can be a great help. These things can tone down the noise from your surroundings and help you have a comfortable and high quality sleep.

According to studies, exposing your eyes to electrical light or sunlight keeps you awake. Therefore, it is helpful to turn off the lights and dim your bedroom as you go to sleep. You could use an under-bed light to guide you when you need to go to the bathroom.

Also, if you wish to sleep even when the sun is up, you can invest in black window drapes to keep your room dark. Alternatively, eye patches can also be a good idea. It’s also best to avoid using mobile phones and other devices that can emit blue light or other types of light. Evidence suggests that these type of lights can keep a person up all night.

5. Takeaway

According to Dalai Lama, sleep is the best meditation. That’s the reason why having a good sleep is essential. Hence, there are a lot of things that keep you from having a good night’s sleep. Another factor that keeps you from properly resting is the surroundings and conditions. You can try to follow the tips mentioned above, such as keeping your dimming lights, tidying up your room, or even adjusting the temperature to have a better sleep.

Kobe Parker is an aspiring interior designer and a blogger. Kobe is also a health enthusiast; he loves to write about things that can help people live life healthily. When designing a bedroom, Kobe visits Beds Online to look for ideal beds and mattresses for optimal sleeping. 

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