{"id":21982,"date":"2021-03-22T20:22:59","date_gmt":"2021-03-23T03:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/?p=21982"},"modified":"2021-03-24T15:10:55","modified_gmt":"2021-03-24T22:10:55","slug":"11-activities-bed-arent-using-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/2021\/03\/22\/11-activities-bed-arent-using-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Activities To Do Before Bed That Aren’t Using Your Phone"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Studies show the light emitted from a smartphone\u00a0really does mess with your quality of sleep.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Instead, here are some healthier ways to unwind at night<\/strong>, a roundup of things to do before bed that\u00a0don’t\u00a0include your phone. You’ll thank yourself tomorrow:<\/p>\n

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1. Read a book<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Ditch netflix for a captivating novel. Studies show reading can\u00a0help improve sleep.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Call your mom<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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It’s never a bad idea to connect with Mom.\u00a0 Plus,\u00a0talking with a loved one like your mom can\u00a0help reduce stress,\u00a0and lower stress is a crucial component when it comes to dozing off.<\/p>\n

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3. Take a warm bath or shower<\/h3>\n
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The ideal temperature for sleep is around\u00a068 degrees\u00a0— and a warm bath is arguably the most relaxing way to get you there. Whether it’s a steamy bath or shower, and\u00a0then slowly cool down once you get out, giving you the perfect prep for rest.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Meditate<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Breathe in, breathe out, find sleep. Meditation can help people relax and get a\u00a0better night’s rest.\u00a0 Even just a few minutes will do the trick.<\/p>\n

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5. Have sex<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Your bed should be reserved for two things only: Sleep and sex. Why not engage in the latter before reaching the prior?\u00a0 Bonsu: Sex produces oxytocin, the feel-good hormone released in the brain, and decreases the stress hormone cortisol.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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6. Write in your journal.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Too anxious to drift off? Long-hand write it out instead of typing it out in a Facebook status.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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7. Drink some tea.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Sip on warm and comforting beverages before crawling into someplace warm and comforting.<\/p>\n

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8. Craft time<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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De-stressing is the name of the game for pre-bed.\u00a0 Crafts like knitting or even coloring\u00a0can help you relax. It’s a creative way to unwind and prep your mind for sleep.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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9. Listen to music<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Try some soft ballads or calming music (not hard rock or an uplifting concerto).\u00a0 Pair your concert with a sleep-promoting lavender calendar and just enjoy a few moments of using your senses. But please make sure to extinguish the flame and the tunes before closing your eyes in for the night.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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10. Get a good yoga stretch<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Namaste.\u00a0 Yoga hosts many benefits, including lower stress and a calmer mind.\u00a0Try a pose before bed.<\/p>\n

And because we’re having fun with this, here’s an extra:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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11. Manifest your relaxing scene<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Picture yourself stretched out on a beach. Allow your mind (imagination) to put yourself in the ideal scenario to help you relax.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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