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Get to Bed!
With a hectic schedule and so much work to be done, it’s so easy to
short-change ourselves on sleep. Just another hour or two will
put us ahead of the game tomorrow, or so we think. Studies have
shown a good night’s sleep to be an vital element in weight loss,
cognitive abilities, attitudes, and our health in general. When
we’re tired, we get frustrated and angered more easily and find
ourselves less able to cope with the stresses of the day.
There’s often so many projects to be done, I find I have to force
myself to stop for the night. Sometimes implementing a simple
routine helps the mind and body relax and prepare itself to be renewed
through sleep.
Start the routine at the same time each night. It could include a
warm bath and a good book, a music CD, a radio program, a cup of hot
tea, and some soft pajamas. Do everything in the same order each
night, and you’ll find yourself finally beginning to unwind.
Avoid television programs with fast images and late-night
exercising. These activities can keep your mind and body from
resting.
Take some time to enjoy the evening. Snuggle with your children
and read them a story. Lay in bed and talk with your husband
about the day. It’s all right to stop and start again tomorrow --
the work will still be there, and with a good night’s sleep, you’ll be
ready.
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