Here’s how to get some (sleep).

Whether you lie awake thinking about the embarrassing thing you did ten years ago, or you can't peel your thumb away from doom-scrolling, it can be hard to get a good night's sleep.

Catching enough Zs helps you heal and repair, manage stress, improve your mood, and think more clearly. Stop counting sheep and try my top 5 tips for getting some sleep.

Tip 1: No screens

That means no TV, phone, laptop, or any other screen for at least an hour before you want to sleep. I know, it's tempting to watch another episode of your favourite show in bed. But it won't result in the best rest of your life.

Tip 2: Smell the lavender

Put a few drops of lavender oil on your pillow (or on a face towel if you don't want to stain your silk pillowcases) and take a deep breath in. Lavender soothes feelings of anxiety and helps you have a deeper sleep. Speaking of lavender…

Tip 3: Run a bath with me

The hot water will relax you and actually lower your core temperature, which signals to the body it's time for bed. Take my In Your Dreams Sleep Scrub & Soak with you. Lavender oil calms your nervous system while magnesium soothes muscles and melts away tension.

Tip 4: Pick up a pen

Journaling reduces bedtime worries and the Sunday scaries. It can also increase sleep time and improve sleep quality. Set aside 15 minutes before bed. Put on my Glow Mask while you do it.

Tip 5: Make your bed bounce

Getting busy can actually help you sleep. Physical intimacy reduces cortisol (the stress hormone), and the endorphins released afterward promote relaxed, pleasant feelings that ease you into sleep. Prioritise your pleasure before bed. Your future well-rested self will thank you.

Now that you're sleeping like a baby, put that screen away and give it a go.

x frank