Hack your sleep health
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Does curling up in bed with your favorite book actually help you drift off? Well, it depends on the person and book.
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For light sleepers, even the slightest disturbance can sabotage a good night’s rest. Here are seven strategies that can help you sleep through noise, light, and other disruptions.
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For some, exposure to trauma can result in PTSD, which in turn frequently affects sleep. Both therapy and medication can help.
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1. Find time for self-care before lights-out

Dedicate 30-mins to "you" time during the day or before bed. This will help curb the urge for revenge bedtime procrastination.

2. Power down tech an hour before bed

Blue light can cause your brain to keep you up longer than you might want. Tuck your tech away for a smoother wind down.

3. Cool yourself down on hot nights

A drop in body temperature can signal to your brain that it's time for shut-eye. Cool your room or try a hot bath.

4. Try to wake up at the same time every morning

A consistent wake time sets the stage for good sleep habits. Plus, who doesn't love waking up naturally?
Sleep troubles?
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Fans say that lying on a spiked mat — a practice similar to Acupuncture — can relieve stress, pain, and anxiety before bed.
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Creative types have been seduced by the idea for generations, but do you really have to be an insomniac to make great art?
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We asked experts to debunk sleepwalking myths, and learned, yes, you can and probably should wake up a sleepwalker.
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