Night rituals for better sleep and health

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Wind down with herbal tea

Sip on chamomile, lavender, or ashwagandha tea 30 minutes before bed to soothe your nervous system naturally.

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Unplug from screens

Turn off phones, laptops, and TVs at least an hour before sleeping to reduce blue light exposure and improve melatonin production.

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Try gentle stretching or meditation

Engage in light yoga or a 5-minute breathing practice to release tension and prepare your body for deep rest.

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Take a warm shower or bath

A lukewarm shower relaxes muscles and mimics the body’s natural drop in temperature that signals it’s time to sleep.

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Create a sleep-friendly environment

Dim the lights, diffuse essential oils like lavender or sandalwood, and keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet.

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Read something light

Pick up a calming book or a few pages of poetry to shift your mind from productivity mode to rest mode.

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Stick to a consistent sleep schedule

Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day and yes, even on weekends to align your body clock naturally.

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