Take Care. Rest. You Deserve It.

Really? Losing Sleep Reduces Your Pain Tolerance

By ANAHAD O’CONNOR

 

3 Simple Tips

1.  Go to sleep and rise at the same time everyday, or at least as close as possible. Our bodies a programed to follow a schedule and constant changes in sleep times cause stress. Visit this NIH site about Circadian Rhythms to learn more.

2. No screens in the bedroom. If you need to wind down read, stretch, or focus on your breath.

3. Help your body rest and digest by drinking some soothing tea before bed however avoid any caffeine, nicotine, alcohol or food for at least an hour before bed.