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Finding YOUR ROUTINE

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September 2022

Ease into slumber with a personalised relaxation ritual

Finding YOUR ROUTINE

We're at our most vulnerable when asleep, so, for a good night's rest, it helps to reassure the brain we're safe and secure. There's no better way to do this than with a relaxing bedtime routine. Running through a predictable set of calm behaviours every evening should help lull you into a peaceful slumber. The components of a good routine are deeply personal, and crafting a ritual that works for you takes time. The following steps should help you begin.

1 Step one: PLAN

The foundation of any sleep routine is a regular bedtime. Our body clock likes patterns, so setting strict times for sleep and waking is by far the best thing we can do to ensure a good night's rest. Work out what time you want to get up and then count backwards. You'll likely need six to 10 hours of sleep but, if you don't yet know your magic number, play around with different bedtimes until you find the one that works best for you.

2 Step two: PREPARE

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