The Importance of Sleep

The Importance of Sleep

Moi Moi
Learn and Earn Student

The Importance of Sleep

Getting enough sleep is important for physical and mental health. There are a lot of benefits of sleep such as having a better mood, boosting the immune system, and improved memory. When someone doesn’t get enough sleep everyday, it can lead to a weakened immune system and mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. Common mental health problems like anxiety and depression can often underpin sleep problems. The lack of sleep can affect mood, energy, and concentration levels, as well as relationships and the ability to stay awake and function at work during the day. There are things you can do to make sure you get a good night’s sleep: 

  • Limit napping – Too much sleep during the day can have an effect on the ability to fall or stay asleep at night. If you feel you need a nap, resting for about 20-30 minutes a day might help you feel more awake after and avoid interrupting sleep at night. 
  • Set a nightly routine – Have a routine and set it for each night. Your routine can include taking a bath, a few minutes of meditation to relax your body, reading or doing skin care. Repeating this daily might help better for habits and a solid night’s sleep. 
  • Stay away from caffeine and stimulants – Drinking coffee, soda and other caffeinated products in the afternoon or evening can make it difficult to fall asleep. 
  • Put down your devices – Watching television and playing on your phone at bedtime can make it difficult to fall asleep. Try to limit your use by putting your phone down before bed. 

It’s important to get a good sleep in order to function all day, feel fresh, and stay healthy. Also it will improve our mental and physical health. Moreover, it’s also nice to try different routines and methods to find out which helps you sleep the best. Everyone deserves the best sleep possible. 

What is Self Care?

What is Self Care?

Moi Moi
Learn and Earn Student

What is Self-Care?

Self-care is known as “any activity that we do deliberately in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health.” It is important to focus on yourself first before trying to help others. When you are mindful of your own needs, you will be able to support the people you care about and when you take good care of yourself, you won’t be stressed which will make you better able to meet the needs of others. 

Practicing self-care can help you sleep better, improve focus, and strengthen relationships. Moreover, that positive routine can support a happier, healthier outlook, and help you stay on the right track. Self-care can reduce stress and anxiety. Making time for relaxing is important, so here are some activities that might help you relax and lift your moods.

  •  listening to calm music
  •  exercising yoga
  •  meditation
  •  eating healthy
  •  watching comedy movies
  • getting out in the sun 

These activities might not work for everyone; however, they can give you ideas for self-care time and practicing the more immediate day-to-day stuff. It’s not too late to start the journey to self-care and develop a regular routine in daily life.