Creating a nightly routine is very beneficial to your physical health and your mental health! As humans we are creatures of habit. We do well on routines. I can tell with myself, that if I do some of these things on this list, I will feel more calm and ready for the day ahead.
1. Clean up your room before bed.
No one likes waking up to a messy room. It already starts the day off bad and stressful. You don't have to deep clean, just pick up all the items your floor that don't belong. Put the dirty clothes in the hamper, throw away your trash etc.
2. Lay out your clothes the night before.
Mornings can be very stressful, especially if you oversleep! Find your outfit the night before and lay it out with all the necessary accessories like shoes and jewelry. This way you don't have to run around and look for missing items! This will make for a much easier morning.
3. Prepare your breakfast.
I need breakfast every morning to function. Instead of making an unhealthy decision on a whim, prep some tasty and healthy breakfast options you can grab on the go. Find my favorites here!
4. Try to go to bed around the same time every night.
Set an alarm on your phone 30 minutes before you want to be in bed so you can start preparing yourself. This way you will get an idea of when you need to brush your teeth, do a face mask, and start preparing for bed. Don't forget to turn off all electronics so your brain can start calming down. You will start to fall asleep much faster if you stay away from the lights on your electronics.
5. Try herbal Nighttime tea.
Drinking herbal tea can impact how you sleep and it's also a great thing to look forward to! I find myself getting giddy because I know when it's close to bed time I get my tea! To find a recipe I love, click here. There's a ton of different options, you just have to experiment and see what works for you.
These are just a few ways to get started on a nightly routine. I hope you start to see some improvements in your sleep, and find your mornings going a little smoother!
