HOW TO SLEEP WELL

Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to sleep. Tossing and turning. Your mind is racing, going over everything that happened today. Night noises keep you awake. What can you do? There ARE things you can do! Read on and learn some new tricks to sleep well. These tips are also known as "Sleep Hygiene."

• Sleep only when sleepy

• If you can't fall asleep within 20 minutes, get up and do something boring until you feel sleepy

• Don't take naps

• Get up and go to bed the same time every day

• Refrain from exercise at least 4 hours before bedtime

• Develop sleep rituals

• Only use your bed for sleeping

• Stay away from caffeine, nicotine and alcohol at least 4-6 hours before bed

• Have a light snack before bed

• Take a hot bath 90 minutes before bedtime

• Make sure your bed and bedroom are quiet and comfortable

• Use sunlight to set your biological clock

Stress Management HOW TO REDUCE, PREVENT, AND COPE WITH STRESS

Identify the sources of stress in your life
Look at how you currently cope with stress
Stress management strategy #1: Avoid unnecessary stress
Stress management strategy #2: Alter the situation
Stress management strategy #3: Adapt to the stressor
Stress management strategy #4: Accept the things you can’t change
Stress management strategy #5: Make time for fun and relaxation
Stress management strategy #6: Adopt a healthy lifestyle