Now that I have graduated from school, I have found more time to focus on myself and my well-being. And, sleep is one of those things that I am making a priority. I'm still working on managing internal things that affect my sleep, such as stress, but I have found some things that I could do externally to help me with my sleep. I've tried many different items, from pills to special scents, to help me with my sleep throughout college, and these are a few of the items that I have found to have had the best effect on my quality of sleep.
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Cat Eye mask |
For eye mask recommendations, I suggest you look for an eye mask that has an adjustable strap in the back. This is important so that you can make the mask fit you comfortably. In the past, I made this mistake and often had eye mask that were too loose or too tight for my head, creating an uncomfortable experience. If possible, I also recommend trying the eye mask on before buying. I know this isn't always going to be possible, but I have had issues where light would seep in from my nose area. If I had tried the mask on, this would be known prior to buying. My current eye mask now is my absolute favorite as it features and adorable design and a cooling feature for my eyes.
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Sleep Pretty in Pink Earplugs |
When it comes to earplugs, I know some people may be worried about missing their alarm because earplugs drown out noise right? I had the same fear when I started using earplugs, but I was desperate to drown out sleep, so I tested things out over the weekend. To my surprise, I really didn't have an issue with this at all like I had thought. Earplugs are meant to drown out noise, but your phone alarm is next to you (usually) and loud enough that it won't be drowned out. Plus, a phone has vibration to it when it rings so that helps wake you up as well. My suggestion when it comes to this is to do a test run over a weekend and see how you react.
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VEEYOO Blackout Thermal Insulated Curtains |
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VEEYOO Blackout Thermal Insulated Curtains |
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VEEYOO Blackout Thermal Insulated Curtains |
The next item on my list are these blackout curtains from VeeYoo®. I was in the market for new curtains, and VeeYoo graciously offered to send me a set. I did some research prior to agreeing and found VeeYoo reviews on google to be overall positive, making me feel confident in this collaboration. I'm currently in the process of preparing for a move and my new room has this large beautiful window that lets me look outside during the day. While this is great in the summer, it also means that light comes in very easily once the sun rises. The curtains that are currently used at this apartment are sheer white. Again it's beautiful, but just not practical for a light sleeper like me, which is why I chose to purchase a set of these blackout curtains that not only block out light, but also keep my room cool.
This particular set is in the color navy blue. It's pretty dark in person, but when I look closely, I can see the blue color pop out. What I love about this particular set of curtains is the fact that it is triple woven meaning light does not go through at all and heat is blocked. There are also ties that help keep the curtains closed preventing light from going through the cracks. Honestly, with these curtains, my room can be completely dark in the middle of the day which is so helpful for me when I am trying to fall asleep. I do recommend these curtains from VeeYoo if you want a dark room to help you sleep. In addition to curtains, the site also sells VeeYoo® table cloths, VeeYoo® Bathrobes, and VeeYoo® table runners. After my move to my new apartment, I will definitely be looking into the site to help me purchase some of my home essentials!
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Bigelow Sweet Dreams Herbal Tea |
Finally, the last item on my bedtime essentials list is herbal tea. In the past, I've never believed in the power of tea, but this changed once I entered my graduate year. I think part of the reasons it works is because of the fact that it forces you to slow down, sit, and just focus on the moment. I know that I am always "Go, go, go" during the day, but when it comes to making and drinking my tea, I take a step back. The tea that I have been loving lately is from Bigelow and it's the Sweet Dreams blend. It's all natural and caffeine free. The caffeine free part is something to look out for with tea because you don't want extra caffeine in your system when you are trying to fall asleep!
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Bedtime Essentials for Better Sleep |
Sleep is important. This is a message I have learned the hard way, and now that I am out of graduate school, I am putting my sleep on the top of my priority list. From learning to take care of my internal self to getting external items to help my sleep, I have been able to improve my sleep quality and quantity. It's taking time, but I am starting to experience the benefits of getting enough sleep. If you are currently struggling with getting quality sleep, give some of these bedtime essentials a try and see if it will help you get a better nights rest!