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Sleepy Sunday: Transform Your Bedroom Into a Sleep Haven

It seems like these days everyone either has or knows someone who has difficulty falling asleep. For some, this is a genuine medical issue that only a doctor and a prescription can fix. As for the rest of us restless sleepers, there are plenty of things to do to help create a sound environment perfect for a good night's sleep. Take a gander at some alterations you can make to your bedroom to make it an inviting sleep fortress.


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#1 Cool Down - Your body will sleep best when the temperature around you is a tad cooler than you may find comfortable. This may seem odd, but when you're snuggled under the blankets you may find it easier to breathe and clear your mind. The National Sleep Foundation suggests keeping your bedroom around 65 degrees.


#2 Cut Out the Light - It seems obvious to turn off the lights, but what you really need to do is turn off ALL of the lights. This means cell phones, tablets, and alarm clock lights all need to be off. Studies have shown that the lights keep our brains wound up even without realizing it. Face your alarm down, or buy one that has a setting to turn off the red or blue light. Additionally, you can get darkening shades that will make your sleep experience ten times better. 


#3 Room Design - The way that you arrange your bedroom can have an affect on your sleep pattern. De-clutter your room first, and try your best to remove all electronics from your room. The color on your walls also can impact you, so avoid harsh colors like red, which are stimulating to the brain.

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