Mastering the Mystery of Rest: Five Proven Strategies to Improve Your Sleep Hygiene and Boost Wellness

Limiting Light Exposure and Embracing Darkness

Exposure to natural light during the day and limiting artificial light at night plays a crucial part in regulating sleep and wakefulness. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine notes that exposure to natural sunlight can help maintain a healthy sleep-wake cycle.

In the evening, limit exposure to screens, as the blue light emitted can interfere with your body's production of melatonin, the sleep hormone. If required, use night-mode settings on gadgets. A study by the Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute underscores the importance of limiting blue light exposure near bedtime.