09/09/2026
What if I told you there was something you could do that would reduce your stress level, improve your mood, and make you look better? You’d ask how much it costs and where you could buy it.
But you already have access and it doesn’t cost anything. Sleep.
And September is the best time to think about it, as you're planning new fall routines.
Finding ways to get more of this essential—yes, I’ll call it a vitamin, into your life can keep your immune system running well and is recommended for many illnesses as well.
How can you get more? One tip is to try adding a bit at a time, backing your bedtime up by 30 or even 15 minutes nightly.
Making your bedroom ready for sleep by setting the temperature to suit you (most people like a cool room) and establishing a calming routine beforehand can give you the best chance to relax.
Limiting screen time before bed can help too.
Besides sleep, you might also want to consider rest. What’s the difference? Rest is when you decompress the time when you’re awake: relax with a book, taking time off, de-stress with a favourite activity, such as walking in nature or meditating if that’s your thing. Rest can add calm to your day and prepare you for a better sleep at night.
If you have more serious problems with sleep, like insomnia, you can also get a professional involved. Don’t give up on sleep so easily—call me and let’s chat about it.
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