Clean sleep is one of the biggest trends so far this year. Studies show that sleep patterns and obesity are closely related.
Health in general also benefits when we let order and, above all, common sense set the tone. The following are four keys to becoming a teacher of this method:
Hours of sleep
Not all people need the same hours of sleep. Some people wake up full of energy with six or seven hours, while others do not do it with less than eight or nine. Find out the number that helps you the most to function at full capacity during the day. The changes of season can influence our ideal number of hours of sleep, so do not hesitate to adjust it if you consider it necessary. And very important, stick to the plan every day.
Space
The mind must recognize the bedroom as a space for sleep. This means that distractions must be eliminated, as well as any risk of interrupting the space where we are going to sleep. Reserve the bedroom for sleeping only and stop doing other activities in it is ideal, but, although if for reasons of space, it is not possible, at least try to make sure everything is as organized as possible before getting into bed.
Bed
The place where we put our body and mind to rest must undergo periodic cleanings and renovations. The useful life of a mattress is ten years. The sheets have to be changed at least once a week, while the pillowcase more often.
The devices
Keeping mobile phones, tablets and laptops at a distance is the fourth golden rule of clean sleep. Turn it off until the next morning and make sure your screen isn't the last thing you see before you go to sleep. Reading something or writing a journal are two great activities unlike checking email or social media notifications.