Happy Saturday! How are you feeling this morning. I had a really great night's sleep last night and it made such a difference in my mood and energy this morning.
Now, I am a morning person and wake up early everyday no matter what. For me getting 8-9 hours of sleep is so crucial. Not getting enough sleep affects my health and overall mood. There is so much research and science on the benefits of getting at least 7-8 hours of sleep and the effects of sleep deprivation.
Since I have been talking about resolutions and goals, it truly makes a world of a difference to get the right amount of sleep every night. Now I know its not always possible, but we all really need to strive going to bed early and getting a good nights rest.
When you do get 8 hours of sleep, it helps to make the right choices for your goals. For instance, if one of your goals is going to the gym early mornings, 5 days a week getting the right amount of sleep will not only make it easier to wake up early to hit the gym but it will also make more of an impact on your workout.
Imagine if you only had 5 hours or less of sleep. Well you may not want to wake up to hit the gym but you will likely not be feeling 100% at the gym either. That is not going to help you stick to your resolutions especially if your consistently not getting good sleep.
Getting sleep helps you make better decisions throughout the day. It gives you more mental clarity, helps your body repair, makes you more productive, helps your immune function and host of other benefits. Sleep is non-negotiable.
We all have had days when we have not had enough sleep and know how it effects us. Some say that they "really" don't need more than 5 hours of sleep and operate just fine. I say that's great, but its not sustainable long term. You might feel fine for a few days, but it can't be your lifestyle. Sooner or later, it will affect other areas of your life.
While all of our needs are different, there is no doubt that getting the right amount of sleep can make a world of a difference. Now its not just quantity but also quality that matters. If you are constantly waking up then you are not getting good quality sleep.
I would strongly urge you to set up a good routine before you hit the bed. Avoid caffeine, alcohol or eating too close to your bedtime. Be consistent in your bedtime routine and try different things to help you get a good nights rest. Maybe even taking a bath, turning off the T.V or any of your other devices a couple of hours before bed. Studies have shown that the blue light from the screens can really affect your sleep. Quality matters as much as quantity in sleep.
Some of you may have some other issues like sleep apnea so I certainly encourage you to seek medical advice. Understand that not getting the right amount of sleep can bring about a host of other issues in all areas of your life.
I know a lot of people don't pay attention to sleep but it is one the most important areas in your life. It certainly can affect your ability to achieve your goals and resolutions because of the choices you end up making. I know that when I don't get enough sleep, I do tend to eat unhealthier and that does not help with my intentions to eat healthy this year.
We are all different and I hope this post helps you think about the effects of your sleep on your resolutions. A lot of us never think about sleep till it becomes something to think about. Don't let it be too late.
So here is something for you to think about. What changes do you need to make to get more sleep? What routines can you create to help you sleep better?
Wishing you peace and happiness my friends from my heart to yours!
Peace,
Monita
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