How to get a better night’s sleep
By Amanda Scali

It can be hard sometimes to get a good night’s sleep. As simple as that sounds, there are so many things going on, both in our little bubble and in the big wide world around us that keep our minds racing and make it hard to wind down at the end of the day and relax into a good night's sleep.
 
One of the most critical factors in getting a good night's sleep is your mattress. It's one of those big-ticket items that people usually, reluctantly, purchase only when they have to. Which is strange as it plays such a big part in our everyday lives. If you don't sleep on a good mattress that suits you, you can toss and turn during the night, and wake up sore and tired. So make sure your mattress is good for your body.
 
Another one, is to leave your ‘tech’ in another room of the house at night while you sleep. It's been proven that the light emitted from phones, tablets and other devices, has a negative impact on the quality of your sleep. So try and avoid using ‘tech’ devices for at least 15-30 minutes before getting into bed and store them outside of the bedroom while you sleep. Many people use their devices as their alarm clocks but, we'd suggest getting yourself an old school alarm clock that doesn't emit the same radiation as tech devices, and it might just make all the difference.
 
A sleep schedule is another excellent habit to get into. This will help your body to get into a state of deep, restful sleep. Our bodies are very attuned to our rhythms, and keeping a good routine, as far as the time we go to bed, and the time we get up in the morning, will have a real effect on how well we sleep. Think of it as training our bodies to know when to sleep and when to wake. It will also help to plan out your days and you’ll be more productive in the process.
 
Finally, our last tip for a better night’s sleep is to limit your intake of caffeine and alcohol. I know that many of us enjoy these little life indulgences in varying amounts and at different times. We're not suggesting you need to avoid either of them necessarily; just manage your consumption levels, so you're not drinking too much of each just before bedtime.
 
If you can implement even just one or two of our tips above, we're confident you will see a difference in how well you sleep and how much more you can get out of your day.