White noise is continuous. Pink noise such as the sound of a waterfall has high and low frequencies. Both of types of noise are called acoustic stimulation among sleep experts. Sleep Tip #133: Pink noise promotes sleep too.
White noise is a proven way to lull you to sleep. Caution: Do not wear headphones to protect your hearing. There are a number of white noise machines on the market. Sleep Tip #132: Try white noise to lull you … Read More
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), you should drive during your normal wake times. For me, I am an early morning person and don’t feel sleepy until about 2 in the afternoon. I get a boost of energy, attention … Read More
Drowsy driving kills. Don’t underestimate the dangers of driving while drowsy. There are three common sense tips you can implement. If you want additional information about how to prevent drowsy driving, visit AAA. Getting plenty of sleep (at least six … Read More
The evidence is clear. Progressive muscle relaxation promotes better sleep. How do I practice progressive muscle relaxation? Follow these steps. Tense your toes for about 5 seconds and then relax for 30 seconds. Tense your calves for about 5 seconds … Read More
Blowing bubbles is relaxing. Blowing bubbles is like deep breathing for some. Blowing bubbles is a way to blow off steam. When you blow off steam, you are more relaxed. If you are more relaxed, then you are likely to … Read More
Living in Chicago has taught me to moisturize my skin before going to bed, especially in the winter. Nothing feels worse that waking yourself up because of dry, itchy skin. Scratching while sleeping disrupts sleep for many. The solution is … Read More
Frequent travelers, it’s time to conquer our worst enemy: jet lag. All trips are not equal. Don’t shift your schedule for short trips. A short trip is less than 48 hours. Sleep Tip #126: Don’t Shift Your Schedule for Short … Read More
We respond to color. Stop signs and firetrucks are red. Yield signs and school buses are yellow. Safety garments are orange. The color of your bedroom makes a difference. Try a relaxing color for you. Try a matte finish not … Read More
Mattress buying is no longer easy. There are all types of mattresses and far too many ways to buy a mattress. You can go online and have a mattress delivered to you. Or you can go to a mattress specialty … Read More
