How to Sleep Better: Sleep Hacks That Actually Work
And some that don’t.
“Sleep is the interest we have to pay on the capital which is called in at death; and the higher the rate of interest and the more regularly it is paid, the further the date of redemption is postponed.” — Arthur Schopenhauer
There’s a long list of reasons why the majority of people don’t sleep long or well enough. But that’s not why you’re here. You know sleep is essential, and you want to get better at it.
Let’s take a look at what science says about sleep hacks, and I’ll tell you what worked for me.
Hacks That had Minimal to no Impact on my Sleep:
Drinking Herbal Teas
- Chamomile
“Chamomile is widely regarded as a mild tranquilizer and sleep-inducer,” says research published in Molecular Medicine Reports. Chamomile extract and essential oils have been widely used for their soothing properties.
- Lavender
It’s still unclear how lavender affects us, but it’s been confirmed to have tremendous potential for calming us down and ushering…
