SleepWell® Program Week 4 In Week 4, you will learn strategies for managing stress and for relaxing before bedtime. This section presents many techniques that you can use to relax. Some techniques may be better suited for you than others. Like any new behavior, learning to relax in a healthy manner takes practice. It is […]
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SleepWell® Program Week 2 Answer the following. * How did your sleep this week compare to the first week? * What changes did you made to my sleep environment? * What changes did you make to your eating habits? * What Changes did you make to your exercise habits? * What changes will you continue?
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SleepWell® Program Week 1 Complete the following. * Why I am concerned about my sleep? * What I think is the biggest challenge with my sleep: (e.g. not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep, waking up often, not feeling refreshed when I wake up)? * Could any medical issues or medications be causing
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SleepWell® Program Week 3 What should I do when I wake up in the middle of the night or wake up too early in the morning? If you can’t go back to sleep within 10-15 minutes, get out of bed. Go to another room and sit in the dark or do an activity in dim
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Sleep Well Success starts with knowing what makes you tick, then mastering that passion. Ask yourself: What captivates me? What am I meant for? What do you dream of accomplishing in the next 5, 10 or 20 years? A new home? A new career? Financial freedom? We all aspire to greater things. How do you
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SleepWell® Program Week 4 Step back and look at your worries from an outsider’s point of view. Imagine how others might handle these issues. You can also use this technique to look at your job or family duties. Ask yourself these questions: * What can I expect of myself in this situation? * Are my
SleepWell® Program Week 4 Stress is linked to more than 50 percent of all sleep-related problems. You face stressors daily. Common examples are work and family demands, traffic jams, and health problems. Some stress helps you to be more productive. Too much or chronic stress can cause damage to your body. High stress levels can
Sleep Well A good night’s sleep repairs your body and recharges your brain. Getting enough quality sleep is essential to your physical health and emotional well-being. Without it, you’re at risk for chronic disease, problems thinking, mental health issues, and obesity. If you’re not getting enough sleep, even 1-2 hours more per night can make
SleepWell® Program Week 5 Discuss your sleep needs with people you live with. They need to understand your schedule and what you are doing to improve your sleep. * Post a calendar with your work schedule. * Include your sleeping hours on the calendar. * Share what you have learned about creating a healthy sleep
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SleepWell® Program Week 6 Continue to make sleep a priority. Assess your energy and make adjustments to your lifestyle and sleep habits as needed. Practice relaxation and stress management techniques. Return to each week’s activities and suggestions regularly. The more tools you use, the more you will understand what works for you. Improving your sleep
