As we look forward to 2024, it's high time to identify and break these harmful sleep habits.

Common Sleeping Habits to Eliminate This Year

Here are some tendencies to break as you start your 2024 for better sleep and a healthier you!

Too Much Screen Time

The excessive use of screens, such as phones, laptops, or tablets, poses problems to both our waking lives and our sleep.

To strike a healthier balance, set designated 'screen-off' times to protect your sleep and engage in activities that don't rely on digital devices. Try reading a book or writing in a journal, which can be relaxing and help you wind down smoothly.

Working Late into the Night

As tempting as it is to burn the midnight oil to catch up with work, it can disrupt your body's internal clock. This habit can lead to unhealthy patterns such as low concentration, waking up tired and moody, and even weight gain due to disrupted metabolic function.

Prioritize your health by sticking to a consistent sleep schedule — try making it a habit to go to bed at the same time every night.

Disregarding a Sleep-Ritual

Jumping into bed without a relaxing bedtime routine makes it more challenging for your brain to transition into sleep mode.

Simple actions such as reading a book, taking a warm bath, or even reflecting on the day can help you relax before you head to bed.

Pushing for Late-Night Gym Visits

Rigorous workouts can stimulate stress hormones like cortisol, which, contrary to helping you relax, may make you alert and restless.

Opt for lighter activities such as yoga or meditation, which help you achieve a calm state of mind for a restful sleep.

Sleep Splurging on Off-Days

We've all found guilty pleasure in those additional hours of sleep on weekends or holidays.

While it may seem like a sensible compensation after busy weekdays, it can be counterproductive and disrupt our regular sleep patterns. It can make resuming a consistent schedule difficult once the weekdays resume.

Try to maintain a similar sleep schedule even on your off days.

Late-Night Snacking

A late-night snack or a heavy dinner can disrupt your sleep because your body needs to digest the food before it can rest, disrupting your sleep if done too close to bedtime.

So, avoid eating meals right before sleeping and maintain a balanced diet during the day.

Relying on Sleep Aids Regularly

While sleep aids or over-the-counter sleeping pills may seem like an instant solution to a sleepless night, frequent reliance can lead to dependency and decreased effectiveness.

Use these aids sparingly and focus on natural sleep-promoting strategies.

Seize the Snooze

Breaking bad sleep habits isn't a task you can achieve in a day, but with a persistent approach, 2024 could be the year you finally start getting that quality sleep.

However, when we discuss proper sleep, we simply cannot overlook the importance of quality bedding. An uncomfortable mattress or pillow can also hinder your efforts to break bad sleep habits.

Incorporate eco-friendly, high-quality products designed specifically for your sleep needs. You'll give your body the comfort it deserves and start achieving refreshing slumbers.

Remember to take it one day at a time — your healthier self will thank you!