Stress Relief and Relaxation Tips
My mom is the best sleeper in the world, well, at least in my opinion! 🙂 She is the type of person that can sleep with or without noise, in a comfortable bed or uncomfortable chair. As a child, I remember how upsetting it was that she could fall asleep on a dime and it will take me at least three times as longer to finally doze off. Fast forward to today, my husband says the same thing about me, I guess the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree. Although as a child it was upsetting, now as an adult, the understanding of getting a good night’s sleep is essential to setting the tone for how your entire day will be. There are several steps and relaxation techniques you can take to help create a calming zone to emphasize the idea of winding down as evening approaches. For example, playing music or taking a warm bubble bath, if you are not a bubble bath kind of person, you can easily follow other techniques to help soothe your body and therefore have a restful night.
Today, I want to share with you some Stress Relief and Relaxation Tips to help you accomplish a restful night’s sleep:
Step 1: Get into a sleep routine: The mission here is to get your body to sync with your body’s natural sleep-wake cycle. If your body gets used to going to bed and waking up at the same time everyday, you will feel more refresh and energized throughout the day. You can help your body to accomplish this by listening to soft music, lighting a candle, lying down and by taking deep breaths.
Step 2: Reserve your bed for sleep and intimacy: The mission here is to leave your worries, work related stress, and household management aside. If you leave your bed for sleep and intimacy, your body will get a cue that bed is for sleeping, therefore, increasing your natural sleep cycle.
Step 3: Dim the lights. We live in a hyper connected society, the mission here is to stay away from bright lights, decrease computer, tablet and phone usage just before bed time. Bright lights triggers your brain to think it is daylight out and therefore suppressing your body’s natural sleep cycle. Cue your body into stress relief and relaxation, some studies suggest that soaking in hot water before bed is a great way to have some time to yourself every day. Add candles, bubbles, and aromatherapy bath salts for even more relaxation. Just make sure to leave enough time before you get into bed so that your body has time to cool down.
Did you know that more than 30% of the US Adult population suffers from sleeplessness? What triggers sleeplessness varies from person to person, however sleep is extremely important. If you go through a period of sleeplessness, don’t worry about making yourself fall asleep and make it a goal to relieve stress and find relaxation. Tylenol PM relieves minor aches and pains while helping you fall fast asleep and stay asleep. Tylenol PM® is non-habit forming when used as directed and Tylenol® PM temporarily relieves occasional headaches and minor aches and pains. For those period of sleeplessness, you can take two caplets at bedtime. Please note that Tylenol PM is for adults ONLY and children 12 years and over. Tylenol PM is available at your local Walgreens store.
Here are other tips Tylenol PM recommends for a better night sleep:
- Physical Activity Can Promote Better Sleep (exercise, but not within a few hours of bedtime)
- Pets disturb a good nights sleep, (get him his own bed)
- Your coffee routine could be keeping you up at night, (limit yourself to one serving)
- Clock watching keeps the brain stimulated and anxious, (keep alarm clock away from bed)
- We replace our cars more often than our mattress, (It’s time to replace yours)
- Backlit electronics keep you awake and delay your sleep, (Only use the bedroom for sleep)
For more information on TYLENOL PM, please visit Tylenol.com or by calling Customer Care Center at 1-877-895-3665.
Disclosure: I have received information, product and materials from McNeil Consumer Healthcare Inc., the makers of Tylenol PM® . The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post.
My tip for a better nights sleep is to get plenty of exercise. I also limit the amount of caffeine in the afternoon!
I always find that if I eat a Tablespoon of honey before I go to bed, I will sleep through the night. I never get up to use the bathroom either when I take honey.
Take a hot bath before going to bed. It really helps to relax
I am actually more interested in *reading* the tips! I am a lifelong insomniac. I guess that is too strong a word, really, but I have long spells of not sleeping well and, so far, not much has worked.
My best tip is to sit in the dark at least a half hour before bed. I read about it somewhere a long time ago and I don’t remember the exact logic behind it, but it has something to do with the melatonin in the brain and it does actually seem to help.
I always make sure the tv is off and the room is completely dark.
A white noise machine has really helped me sleep. I also keep earplugs near my bed.
Do not drink caffienated beverages after 2pm in the afternoon. Earlier if you are senstitive to caffiene. Make sure your room is dark-get dark shades or wear a eye sleeping mask. Make sure your room is not too warm. Wear ear plugs if you are sensitive to noise.
Give yourself a bit of time to relax before going to bed. Try not to eat or drink anything with lots of sugar or caffeine. Sometimes a nice stretch of the body will tell it that it’s time to relax.
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No electronics in the bedroom is our golden rule for sure!
My best tip for a better night sleep is to get comfortable. I like to take a nice hot bubble bath and get into some warm , cozy pajamas.
My tip for a better night sleep is invest in some good pillows, a comfy mattress, and afford TV before bed and read instead.
I recommend shutting down all electronics and TV for sure, at least a half hour before you plan to sleep. In the summer I soak a cotton ball in lavender oil and put it in the slats on my air conditioner, and in the winter I do a reed diffuser as well as linen sprays. I also use a balancing concentrate on my temples when i really have a hard time.
My best tips for a good night sleep is to drink warm cocoa, read good book, and say your prayers.
My tip would be don’t have a baby. 😉
On a more serious note… get some fresh air and get active!
I exercise daily to sleep better. I also stop watching TV 30 minutes before.
Do something that relaxes you for an hour before you go to sleep. That helps me fall asleep quicker.
Tip most helpful fo for me is to turn off my computer a couple of hours before bedtime.
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I draw a bath before bed to relax
For a better night’s sleep, we use a sound machine. It keeps any loud noises from waking up the baby. It helps my baby sleep better.
turn off the tv and any other electronics 30 minutes -1 hour to help allow your body to tune out and get ready to relax for sleep
Don’t watch the news or anything else that will excite or aggravate you 30 mins before bedtime. Take 15 mins before bedtime to write what happened that day that you are grateful for, then sit in darkness with eyes closed and breathe deeply at least 10 times.
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My tip for a better nights sleep is to go to bed around the same time each night. If you vary your bed time it can throw your body out of its usual rhythm.
I love your tips! I also try using some white noise to help me get the most deep sleep quickly. Usually it is in the form of a fan
Excelente a tips yo para poder dormir mejor es dejar de usar el cel o la pc una hora antes de irme a la cama tomarme un té de canela endulzado con miel darme un baño antes de ir a la cama eso siempre me ayuda a tener un mejor dormir
mi tip para poder dormir bien es tratar de gastar toda la energia durante el dia. Caminar o cual quier cosa pero quemar las calorias para que el cuerpo descanse y se relaje major en las noches, Tambien 2 horas antes no tomar nada de cafeina para que no este alterado el sueño y mejor tomar un te relajante pero no mucho si no te estaras despertando acada rato para ir al baño. Gracias por el gran sorteo.
My tip is to discuss your sleep issues with your doctor. I did and was referred to a specialist who diagnosed me with sleep apnea. I now sleep with an apnea machine to help with my sleep.
Avoid caffeine in foods and drinks after dinner. Keep the bedroom at a comfortable temperature.
I love to drink a cup of hot mint tea. It seems to soothe the stresses from the day and help me relax after the kids finally go to bed. It’s honestly been a HUGE help for my sanity!
A hot shower before bed always helps me fall asleep faster.
To help with sleep, I try to remember to stay away from electronic devices for at least 30 minutes before I go to bed. During this time, I try to relax with a hot bath or reading a book.
After reading the tips in the post, as well as all of the comments, the only tip I see left is to have a mixed drink or a nice glass of wine, lol. Not encouraging people to drink, but it is the only thing I have not seen listed here.
If you are having trouble sleeping you should not drink soda or anything caffeinated after about 4:00 each day. It’s also good to find a way to relax and wind down before going to bed.
My tips for a good nights sleep is to not drink coffee or soda after 3pm. I also like to read a book before going to bed, I can normally fall asleep faster!
As someone who suffers from semi-regular insomnia, I have discovered that essential oils are very helpful. I have created my own relaxation blend that I will use about an hour before my (reasonable) bedtime, and will even use it as a linen spray so that its effects (and pleasing smell!) can be achieved all night! Even just Lavender essential oil, on its own, is very effective and pleasing.
My tip try to relax before bed, I know not easy. And I like to shower before bed.
I like to listen to Sleep Hypnosis tapes. Thanks 🙂
para dormir mejor es bueno quemar calorias durante el dia,con un poco de ejercicio,luego llegar a casa y tomar un baño relajante,una rica taza de te,y listos para dormir como bebe
I like to have a hot shower and a chai tea just before bed. I seem to get a better night’s sleep that way.
Un tip que podrÃa mencionar es: Preparar todo antes de irte a dormir, incluso la ropa o materiales que usaras el dÃa siguiente para salir a trabajar o algo por hacer, una ducha, ya en cama agradecer a la vida por las bondades otorgadas, luego olvidarte de problemas o detalles solo cierra los ojitos y déjate llevar por morfeo, al dÃa siguiente agradece por poder abrir tus ojos y levantarte, y como tienes todo organizado salir sin ningún estrés y a empezar el dÃa 😀
Mi tip para dormir bien es comer algo suave y no muy tarde para no acostarme con el estomago pesado.
My tip for a good nights sleep is relax and decompress an hour before bed, I usually read
Warm chamomile tea.
My tip is to use curtains that block the light and a white noise machine. This helps me get a better night’s sleep.
Mi tips para dormir mejor es tomar un te caliente , 30 minutos antes de ir a la cama . Ayuda mucho a sentirse relajada y podremos dormir mejor . Gracias por el sorteo.
My best tip for getting to sleep easier is to make it as dark as possible, even go to the extent to cover the clock light….you’ll still hear the alarm but I find that the darker it is, the more rested I am.
I drink a cup of lemon chamomile tea and use a lavender essential oil spray in my room.
I take a warm bath before I go to bed. And I make sure all the lights and tvs are off.
My best tip is to read, at least for me, bedtime reading helps me to sleep all the time.
Well, I try to just tier myself out so I can fall asleep fast and stay asleep; I have insomnia and not much helps it; playing sounds or music, or keeping the TV on, helps.
Don’t have any caffeine in the evening. When I drink soda at dinner, I never sleep well.
I like to keep a lavender satchel in my pillow to help promote relaxation and sleep! I also keep my bedroom cool and dark.
i read before bed. and i dont drink anything after 6pm
My Tip For A Better Night Sleep In To Have A Comfortable Temp Set In The Room For A Great Night Sleep.
My tips would be to get into a bedtime routine. Turn lights down earlier in the night and limit caffeine. If it’s a toss and turn kind of night go ahead and get up and read for a little bit and then try laying back down.
A hot bath and reading makes me sleepy. A cold dark room helps too.
My tip is to stop using electronics for at least 1 hr before bed that would give you a chance to relax and to clear up your mind before bed time
Go to sleep with the tv all the lights off. It’s better sleep when its dark.
My best sleep tips are to make your room dark cool and quiet and no caffeine after noon!
My tips for a restful sleep are: dimmed to no lighting, room temperature adjusted to your liking, good balance of blankets, sleeping partner (significant other, pillow, stuffed animals, etc.). I’ve always found that sleeping with someone and/or next to someone helps me sleep better.
A cup of hot tea. It’s relaxing.
Turn off all electronics one hour before bed, and turn your digital clock away from you for a better nights sleep.
I love a cup of hot tea, but not too late at night
I like to meditate before bed.
In order for me to get a good nights sleep I need the room quiet and dark. I also need very warm blankets this time of the year. I also make sure my phone is in another room so it doesn’t wake me up with the noises it makes that I can’t figure out how to shut off.
We make sure to turn off the television. We also keep the temperature cool in the bedroom.
no caffeine for 4 hours before you sleep!
Working out in the garden! Grunt work really tired out the body for a good night sleep. Otherwise i’d say to not have caffiene, get on a schedule set an alarm to go to bed if you have to. Do something like reading or a puzzle before bed to get you thinking and work out problems.
Not eating too close to when you sleep. I always do 3 hours before, no food.
I try to limit caffeine in the afternoon and I lower the heat for sleeping.
I can’t sleep without a fan every night – That’d be my one great tip!
warm cup of hot cocoa
one thing is to make sure the bedroom isnt too hot. I cant sleep if its too hot, no one in my family(mom,brother,me)can sleep unless we have the tv on. Its always been that way.
A good mattress and a cool room help.
I try to keep a pen/pencil and notepad by the bed so that I can write down things on my mind. Once I get them down, I can empty my brain.
We make sure the room is very cool. We use a white noise machine on my husband’s smartphone and listen to it all night, it blocks out other noises in the neighborhood. We also have a very dark bedroom.
My tips are to not drink caffeine after dinner, turn off the tv at least 30 minutes before sleep time, and turn off all lights and noises.
I always take a melatonin and do not watch TV.
ummmm… dont have kids? seriously, i used tgo sleep and wake just fine before i shared my bed with 4 people :).
I love to have a glass of wine after the kids are asleep… it always helps in getting me to sleep soundly. Thanks for the post and giveaway and good luck to all!
I swear by a 3 mg dose of Melatonin, 60 minutes before sleep time.
Have shut down time an hour to bed and turn off all computers and cell phones.
I have a few tips that help me get a better night’s sleep. I take a relaxing bath with lavender oil in it. I drink a hot cup of chamomile tea before bed. I keep my room very dark and cool. And I go to bed to sleep…not to read or watch TV!
an hour before going to bed, get cleaned up. Then get a good book and read.. Reading is stimulating but also tires you out.
I suggest minimizing your caffeine intake. Also, go to bed a little earlier so you’re mind will be at ease. You know, no looking at the clock to see how many hours you have left to sleep. That always makes my anxiety levels skyrocket and makes me unable to sleep.
We use a very soft light in the room at night and a sound machine. We also keep the room a bit cooler than the rest of the house. If I can’t sleep I read a book until I start to nod off.
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Sleep? What is sleep? 🙂 My daughter sleeps with me most of the time and she kicks like a donkey. I wake up feeling more tired than when I went to sleep.
For a better night’s sleep I usually take a nice relaxing. I also drink a cup of hot herbal tea right before bed . Thanks for this giveaway.
I like to keep the room cool at night so I can sleep more comfortably.
I like a warm bath and exercise.
All I have to do is open a book and I start yawning! So relaxing!
My tip is to not drink a lot of fluids before bed. I am a night owl so I am good and tired before I go to sleep.
take a nice hot shower/bath before bed to relax you.
No coffee 6 hours before bed, sometimes I have a glass of milk before bed.
A cool temperature is key for me to sleep well. Too hot, no sleep!
My best tip for falling asleep is to keep a notebook by your bed so you have a place to jot down any ideas that are keeping you awake. Once it’s on paper, you’re not allowed to think of it again. It keeps me from forgetting some pretty important stuff.
I started doing bed yoga. its easy you just stretch while sitting on your bed.
Hard work in the garden helps me fall asleep fast! Thanks for the giveaway!
The best way to get to sleep is to be exhausted. Works for me, anyway.
When I figure it out, I will let you know. lol jk! I had no problems sleeping, until I had my son three months ago, who still wants to wake up every 2-4 hours throughout the night. I guess my “trick” to sleep, is get drunk, and give the kids to their dad. lol (kidding again)
exercise.
I heard bananas before bed help you relax to sleep better.
a clean room. (its the last thing you see before you go to sleep…if its a mess, it will stress you and make it harder to sleep)
My husband will brush my hair if I have a hard time sleeping. It knocks me right out!
Doing lots of physical activity during the day and not thinking too much when going to bed – perfect solutions for falling asleep fast.
I always have a nice warm cup of milk. Then I shut off all electronic equipment. Then I curl up with a nice book.
I get a good night’s sleep when I exercise during the day and then use my hypnosis app at night. It really helps!
try to empty your mind of countless problems and concerns.
I MAKE SURE ITS QUIET AND COOL IN MY ROOM!!
I wish I knew the secret. I have tried it all. At least one thing that has helped the most is a dark room.
I only sleep good at night when its super cold and dark in the room, I have to have my 2 pitbulls and my squishy pillow, I know weird for an adult but without those there is no sleeping for me.
I sleep best in a very dark room. I also have room darkening curtains that help too.
I read until I am tired and usually keep warm with lots of covers. Then I decide what to dream about and set my dream . I am an exceptional sleeper .
I like clean sheets and pillowcase to sleep on! It always helps me to drift right off!
I really struggle to sleep so I’m not sure I can give the best advice, but I really find melatonin supplements helpful and I can’t sleep without a sleep mask.
I used to work nights so couldn’t sleep in the daytime because of noise. Someone recommended a fan and now I sleep with a fan year round like a noise machine.
My sleep routine is the I go to sleep at the same time. I also sleep with the fan on.
You should turn the lights off and keep it cool in your bedroom. It really helps to do this.
I do relaxation exercises before bed to help calm me down and make it easier to fall asleep.
staying busy/active during the day helps me sleep easier at night. i also enjoy some quiet time and a nice, warm bath before bed. Thanks for the chance..
I have a bedtime routine – I always remove my makeup and apply moisturizer first. Then I read for a few minutes. I do this every night and I think it prepares my body for sleep.
i try to get off the computer at least an hour before bed.. if that doesnt work i do take some tylenol pm or melatonin … also bedtime teas help .
I stay away from all electronics about an hour before bed. The glow from them can make it hard to fall asleep!
I don’t have any magic spells or anything, but I think if you have soft comfortable bedding and a reasonably quiet place, you should expect a decent night of sleep.
I put lavender spray on my pillowcase. Until recently, I had my phone on the nightstand, and since I’ve moved it to the living room to charge, I find myself going to sleep sooner since I’m not looking at it every time it beeps.
My tips for getting a goon night rest is to take a hot bath and take my melatonin and read a book.
My tips for getting a good nights sleep is a warm relaxing bath while reading a great book. I usually listen to an audiobook before bed and set the timer on my device to turn off in 30 minutes.
Reading helps me relax & sometimes makes me fall asleep. I also have to take a melatonin supplement most nights & it really does the trick, thanks!
I try to go to bed and wake up at the same time everyday and I avoid caffeine after 3:00. I also like using the white noise apps, the sound is calming.
I usually turn off the computer/tv an hour before bedtime, take a bath and read a book
I have noticed I sleep better when I keep to my routine of getting up at 6am and going to bed at 10pm and not taking any naps no matter how bad I want to lol
My tips for getting better sleep is not eating before bedtime. I also find if I have caffeine after 2-3:00 in the afternoon I can’t sleep. So I only have caffeine early in the day.
My tips are to turn off technology an hour before bed. Also don’t have anything to eat or drink an hour or so befor you go to bed so you won’t get up through the night.
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Tea or warm milk helps me relax and sleep better.
try and clear your head before going to bed. try taking a long hot shower before bed. also make sure the temperature is comfortable.
The way I ensure a better night’s sleep is to make sure the room is very dark. I also started using lavender oil on my wrists to help relax myself.
I never eat 3 hours before going to bed. I also take a nice hot shower to help me relax.
I like to take a bath before going to sleep, the bath helps me relax and helps me falling asleep better, Thank you!
I find that reading before bed or doing something very relaxing makes me sleepy which is usually the recipe for a good night’s sleep.
I don’t have one..I have kids! Lol
Share with us your tip(s) for a better night’s sleep
i use earplugs,but i dont know how healthy that is..all i know is i sleep soundly
For me, it’s to not drink too much caffeine close to bedtime!
I liked Take a bath before going to bed. It really helps to relax for me !!!
When I want to make sure i get a good nights sleep, i drink a glass of wine and take a bubble bath. it works every time
FOr a better night’s sleep, make sure your bedroom is cool in the summertime.
I need to read until my eyes drop and then I can fall right to sleep. If I can’t a Tylenol PM always works.
Make sure the house is temperature is cool.
I do yoga before bed to help me unwind and relax to sleep. I like to use lavender essential oil sometimes too.
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I wish I had some tips! We are currently trying to teach our son to sleep in his own bed, in his own room, so we have had lots of sleepless nights!
As much as I love doing that last Twitter scroll of the day before falling asleep, I think that cutting yourself off from electronics about an hour before bed helps your brain prepare for sleep a lot better!
I usually try to take a nice warm shower. I also try to stay away from caffeine at night.
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I take a hot shower before bed as it relaxes me enough to fall asleep.
My tips for a better nights sleep are don’t watch tv in the bedroom and turn off cell phones so there are no distractions.
I try everything – exercising for a long time to get good and tired, taking a hot bath, don’t drink any alcohol, and don’t drink soda. Nothing seems to work really well except my sleeping pills lol.
For me, using a sound machine has made all the difference. I’m really dependent on it now, but I actually get some sleep when I use it (or a fan, heater, a/c)!
I try to do something active right before I am going to sleep so that I am very tired when I crawl into bed!
a nice hot shower and a glass of wine always helps me sleep, or if that doesnt work a boring book will do the trick
You should definitely limit your caffeine intake in the late afternoon and evening. That is what was causing my insomnia!
I go to bed when I’m tired.
I take an ambien for a better nights sleep!
TELL YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER GOODNIGHT AND REMEMBER HIS WORDS OF NOT TO WORRY ABOUT ANYTHING, THAT HE WILL TAKE CARE OF US…
Lavender oil or tea always helps me relax before I go to sleep.
My best tips are to keep the bedroom cool and dark. And, also, to keep the same sleep schedule every day.
I wish I had some answers. Ever since I gave birth almost 2yrs I have slept horribly. My daughter has never slept through the night from the start so her and I need as much sleep as we can get which doesn’t typically happen. I also work 2nd shift so by the time I come home and unwind it ends up being as late as 3am sometimes so add that with a little one up through out the night and then sleeping no later than 9 = one tired momma!
I used to have a lot of trouble sleeping at night. I cut out caffeine after noon and it’s helped!
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A nice hot cup of chamomile tea or melatonin is what works for me
My tip is keep your room cool, turn off the T.V. and watch what you eat and drink a couple of hours before bedtime.
I like to keep my room cool and use a really soft squishy blanket. By finding what temperature and light preferences work for you, you can create an environment your body recognizes as sleep time. Also going to bed around the same time helps.
My tip would be to get some black out curtains.
here a few of my tips no caffeine after about 8 i also do not like to watch a very intense episode of anything cause then i get a hyper! as well as dont start a new level of candy crush
I usually sleep better on the days I get in a good workout. Also a really dark room, an eye mask if you need it darker.
There are many supplements you can take about 30 minutes to an hour before bedtime to help you fall asleep and stay asleep. The one that is generally considered the most effective is Melatonin 3-5 mg. The mineral
Magnesium also helps with muscle relaxation. In addition there are herbal
supplements, but they can interact with prescriptions and have side effects.
Always check with you doctor, who needs to know that your having trouble
sleeping.
My advise for a great night’s sleep is taking a hot bath with relaxing music to take the stress away. Also invest in a great pillow and mattress.
I like to get as comfortable as possible. Then I start to slow my breathing down and as I do I listen to each breath. This helps me to relax and very soon I’m off to sleep. This is also a way to meditate and I use it quite often. Another thing I do if I’m especially stressed, is to tell myself to relax and I do. Both of these help me to get a better nights sleep.
I try and read right before bed- I feel like nights when I read I fall asleep much quicker then nights I don’t. Thanks!
I use a routine, doing the same things at bed time every night. Then I use a relaxation technique, emptying your mind. Sometimes herbal teas before bed.
I find that writing out my “To Do” list before bed keeps me from staying awake thinking about those tasks at night. I also sleep better when I keep the room temperature cool – like 65 degrees.
I am the worst person to ask about sleep. I have had insomnia for as long as I can remember. I almost always take an over the counter sleep aid to help me sleep.
Electronics can be a distraction and keep you up especially ipads, laptops and tv’s so it’s important at some point to end social media and this form of communications if you truly want uninterrupted sleep. I also agree children can contribute to sleepless nights but they’re worth it of course. Rene Chartier
a warm bubble bath with a couple of drops of lavender and you will be all set for sleepytime
I like to stretch before bedtime. It really relaxes my muscles and helps me unwind after a long day.
it would be nice to fall asleep easier and stay asleep longer.