7 Ways to Sleep Better on a Consistent Basis 
 
Are you aware that sleep is actually the foundation of our well-being? Sleep plays a vital role 
in our mental clarity, our physical health, and our happiness as a whole. A lack of good quality 
sleep can cause you to struggle in all different aspects of your life, from work to your personal 
life.

Yet at the same time, so many of us seem to struggle to achieve a restful sleep on a 
consistent basis due to all sorts of factors such as poor sleep habits, varying degrees of 
stress, and even an uncomfortable sleeping environment.

If you've found yourself struggling with achieving decent sleep consistently, then you've ended 
up in the place that could assist you. In this article, we will be exploring seven effective 
methods that you can implement to help you out with improving your quality of sleep on a 
more consistent basis. Follow along and allow yourself to wake up feeling more refreshed and 
ready to tackle every day ahead.

 
1. Establish a More Consistent Sleep Schedule 
 
One of the most important steps in improving sleep consistency is establishing a regular sleep 
schedule. Set a bed time that's consistent as well as a time to wake up, especially on the 
weekends. This helps regulate your body's internal clock, promoting a more consistent sleep-
wake cycle. Try to get a minimum of 6-7 hours of sleep a night if at all possible.
 
 
2. Create a Calming Routine Around Bedtime 
 
You'll want to cultivate a bedtime routine that encourages relaxation which will send signs to 
your body that it's time for you to chill out and prepare to go to sleep. Engage in calming 
activities such as practicing relaxation strategies like meditation or deep breathing of some 
sort, reading a nice book, or listening to calming music. You'll want to avoid stimulating 
activities or electronic devices in the hour leading up to bedtime as they can have a negative 
impact on your ability to fall asleep.
 
 
3. Are You Sleeping in a Relaxing Environment? 
 
It’s time to improve your bedroom to be ready for good sleep! People surprisingly forget this 
tip quite a bit. They take sleep aids, assume it is related to their health or their stress, but 
completely forget about making sure their bed is comfortable and sleep environment is 
optimal for having a good night’s sleep. 
 
 
4. Limit Exposure to Blue Light 
 
As mentioned in passing earlier, there is blue light bouncing out of the screens on laptops, 
phones, and tablets can be quite disruptive to your sleep and wake cycle. Because of that, 
you'll want to steer clear of using electronic devices for at minimum an hour before bed. If 
necessary, use apps or screen filters that reduce blue light emissions. Instead, engage in 
activities that promote relaxation and help you unwind.
 
 
5. Regular Exercise 
 
Engaging in regular physical activity can have a positive impact on your sleep quality. Look to 
get at a minimum around 30 minutes of low to moderate intensity exercise for most of the 
days of the week. However, avoid exercising too close to when you go to sleep, as this can 
certainly be stimulating. Exercising earlier in the day helps regulate your body's energy levels, 
making it easier to drift off to sleep at night.
 
 
6. Manage Your Stress and Anxiety Levels 
 
Now is a great time to become more aware of your stress levels and what is affecting your 
anxiety. If you are overly stressed, you will have a lot on your mind before bed and likely not 
get very good sleep. Similarly, anxiety can also make it a lot harder to get good sleep, both 
with falling asleep and staying asleep. If you haven’t done so already, begin to work on 
reducing your stress and anxiety.
 
 
7. Evaluate Your Sleep Environment 
 
Take a closer look at your sleep environment and make any necessary adjustments. Is your 
mattress comfortable and supportive? Are your pillows suited to your needs? Consider 
investing in quality sleep products that enhance your comfort. Additionally, evaluate factors 
such as noise, temperature, and light levels in your bedroom. Make changes to ensure 
optimal conditions for quality sleep.
 
 
Final Thoughts: Which Methods Are Best For You?

Look, by now you've heard it a million times: restful, consistent good quality sleep is 
absolutely essential when it comes to both our well-being and our overall health. By making 
the effort to incorporate these seven different methods into your life, you can concoct a sleep 
routine and an environment that will support a better quality of rest on a more consistent 
basis.

In reality, all seven of these methods can be adapted into your lifestyle in some way, 
regardless of who you are. It's not at all difficult to establish a regular sleep schedule while 
cultivating a relaxing routine leading up to your bedtime. You can optimize your sleep 
environment, and of course cut down on the blue light with a little bit of effort. Exercise and 
stress management goes a long way too.

You don't have to overwhelm yourself in this process. Just make little changes, make them a 
priority, and as a result you will find that you can unlock the path to better sleep and as a 
result enjoy the countless benefits that good sleep will bring about in your life.

