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Prepare a place

Your environment can set you up for a good night’s sleep – or set the odds against one. Here are ways to make your space ready for a good night of slumber.

Prepare a Place
Get cool: Between 60-70 degrees, if possible.
Prepare a Place
Lights out: Make it as dark as feels relaxing to you. If total dark feels uncomfortable, experiment with low-level lighting and even different soothing colors.
Prepare a Place
Tuck in your phone: Before you get into bed, tuck your phone in a drawer or out of reach. Light from a screen signals your brain to stay alert.
Prepare a Place
Block the noise: Do whatever you can to minimize disruptive sounds. Or use our Soothing Sounds.
Prepare a Place
Smell something soothing like a scented lotion or a room spray -- it could even be a favorite sweatshirt.
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