SLEEP AND MINDSET
When is the end of your day. Can you identify the point at which your body knows that your day has ended? Do you change gear, have a bedtime routine? What is it that you do that changes your brain, body, emotional and physical self to recognise it is time to rest.
The way we approach the end of our day matters, just as much as the way we approach the beginning of our day. Our body needs to know what is happening next.
If you have difficulty sleeping, then sending all the signals to your body about another restless night is not going to help.
A simple mindset exercise along with using the relaxation links you receive throughout this program will help you find your routine for the end of your day.
Everything will be there tomorrow- Mindset shift 1
These five little words…….. everything will be there tomorrow, is powerful message to our brains. It applies to everything: work, projects, your job, your relationships and your phone! There are many things we can do to help our brain and body determine an end of day. Very similar to identifying a start of a day, for example with your morning Alarm.
So rather than tackle everything, lets make it simple and start with the phone!!!!
In order to achieve better sleep there is one thing you can do from today. Create a regular habit now, move your phone to another room at a set time ( say 9pm) at night. Establishing an evening, sleep routine will help you create healthy habits.
Naturally, you’ll begin putting yourself first, and that’s not selfish; it’s essential. The next time you find yourself unable to put your phone down at night, say that phrase to yourself like a mantra: “Everything will be there tomorrow.” Repeat it if you must.
Vitality and Longevity - mindshift 2
People who get a good night of rest are setting themselves up for longevity and vitality. At night when you sleep, your body heals and replenishes. Sleeping less than seven hours does not allow your body the time to repair, restore and reenergise. At least seven to nine hours of sleep will ensure the highest quality of life.
SLEEP HEALS
In your evening routine, remind yourself that sleep heals. Many studies show that less than six hours of sleep a night can eventually result in heart disease (or heart attacks), diabetes, and high blood pressure to name a few. While the body replenishes, it’s also easing inflammation anywhere in your system. Adequate shut-eye time is critical, and drastically reduces stress, anxiety, and depression.
It’s healthy to draw boundaries, not only with people in the world, but also yourself. By drawing boundaries with yourself, recognise the things that effect your well-being, despite the challenge in doing so. Try implementing these three mindset shifts and watch your sleep and health improve.
RECAP
Relocate your phone at a set time each day - this is crucial in order for our thoughts to settle.
Plan for seven hours sleep - if you find this difficult start going to bed 15 minutes earlier, then 30minutes until you reach the optimum time.
Remind yourself that Sleep Heals - think about the day you have had and the number of stimulations your mind, body and emotions have had.