First things first: put down the phone, and don't check the clock.
, and you could also try reading or drinking a warm beverage. This routine will signal to your brain that it's time to sleep, helping you start to wind down for a restful night's sleep.If you think you might have sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome, Dr. Kundel recommends talking to a doctor. For sleep apnea, you'll likely do a home sleep test. For RLS, you can also try stretching your legs at night and taking a warm bath, Dr. Kundel said, as well as exercise .
When you wake up and immediately look at the clock, you're"triggering this anxiety about not being able to fall asleep," Dr. Kundel said, which in turn makes it even more difficult to fall back asleep. If you can't stop yourself from turning over to check the time, try removing all clocks and watches from your room and sticking your phone in a drawer or under the bed where you can't easily reach it.
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