Source: Dumb Little Man
It’s not uncommon to feel unsatisfied, not good enough or unappreciated at work. Some of us are too ambitious for our own good so we struggle to feel like we’re achieving enough. Others might have a hard time managing workloads.
Does this sound familiar? If so, don’t worry, you’re only human.
But what can we do to help control these feelings? What can we do to make things easier for ourselves? It seems that as simple as having a good night’s sleep could be the answer.
Here’s how to get both good sleep and happiness.
Forget the TV and Smartphone for a Good Sleep
In order to get good sleep, the experts looked at how people prepare and wind down before bed. After all, there’s plenty that you can do to influence your sleep.
49% of respondents who said they watch Netflix or TV before hitting the hay were not getting the minimum recommended seven hours of sleep per night. Further to this, 22% say they get five hours or less – showing a clear link between screen time and poor sleep.
The same can be said for smartphone and tablet use. Those who wind down with a scroll through Instagram or a lively group chat have similar issues. 48% said they get less than seven hours, and almost a quarter (24%) said they get five hours or less.
Top Tip: Avoid the use of any electronic device with a backlit display. This emits blue light and can suppress the release of the sleep hormone melatonin. If you really want to use these devices, many phones have a setting that will allow you to turn down blue light.
Setting the Right Environment
So, you’ve wound yourself down for bed in the right way, what next? The research found that following certain sleeping habits could have a very positive effect on the quality of sleep that you get.
The data suggested that sleeping on the right-hand side of the bed could play a big part in improving your sleep. 36% of people who sleep on the right-hand side rated their sleep as eight or more out of ten. This was seven percentage points higher than the left-hand side.
But why is this?
Well, truth be told, the side of the bed might not be making the difference, it’s more likely the position that you’re sleeping in.
Top Tip: Sleeping on your non-dominant side in a fetal position means that your vital organs are protected and your dominant arm is free for protection. This lets your brain relax and helps you sleep better.
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