To unwind before bed is essential to fall asleep well. In turn, sleeping well is important to have energy the following day and achieve your goals.
Spending your evening in front of screens delays your sleep and disrupts it.
Try these activities to improve your sleep and energy levels. These are alternative options to the usual mindless Netflix binge.
Find out why a good sleep is essential and how you can improve it in this blogpost.
1. Journal
Putting words to paper helps you work through your thoughts.
It’s healthy to deal with your emotions and let go of frustration before bed.
You can also add some gratitude to the mix to end your day on a positive note.
2. Play board games
This is a great social activity that doesn’t involve screens and provides more entertainment.
You’ll spend some quality time with your friends, family, roommates, partner.
It is a bit old school but it’s always fun to revisit.
3. Try a creative hobby
A good way to unwind before bed is to pick up a creative hobby such as drawing, embroidery, colouring, etc.
All of those are meditative activities as you’re focused on the task at hand.
It is a powerful outlet for your emotions.
4. Read books
What a classic I know. But so many people feel like they don’t read enough books.
You rarely hear people say “I wish I watched more Netflix”. However, new year resolutions to read more books are quite common.
Feed your mind in a new old way.
5. Pamper yourself
Make an activity out of taking care of yourself.
Take a hot bath or shower, use fancy products, hydrate your skin, do a face mask.
Choose your outfit for the following day, especially if you work from home, so that you don’t default to your usual sweatpants.
This is the ultimate way to unwind before bed.
6. Go for an evening stroll
That is if you feel safe in your neighbourhood.
Going for a calm walk is a soothing activity, and it definitely feels different from the usual Netflix evening.
