I’m someone who has always loved to sleep.
But as I went through my medical training, sleep started to represent a struggle.
Sleep is so important to me because I remember what it was like when I wasnt getting it.
Sleep is so important to me because I remember what it was like when I wasn’t getting it.
I was absolutely a worse version of myself: more irritable, emotional, angry, and less productive.
Sleep allows me to function at my best.
After waking up, I open my blinds to allow as much natural light in as possible.
8:25 p.m.:I’ve been home from the office for a few hours.
After watching some TV with my husband, I start winding down.
8:30 p.m.:I turn the thermostat down from 70 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit.
This is to help facilitate the decrease in body temperature that has to occur when falling asleep.
I start my soothing music playlist that includes mostly smooth R&B.
Themusic really helpsme to relax and gives me all the feels.
I then apply myNeom Perfect Night’s Sleepmagnesium body butter.
I find that layering the aromatherapy scents and magnesium to really help relax me before bed.
8:50 p.m.:I start my skin care routine and brush my teeth while listening to music.
9:05 p.m.:I grab a book to do some light reading before falling asleep.
Right now, it’sThe Light We Carryby Michelle Obama.
9:25 p.m.:I top off my reading with a nightly devotional for about 5 minutes.
This really puts me in agrateful and positive mood.
I turn off my bedside lamp, turn on thewhite noiseon my Hatch, and go to sleep.
