Quality sleep is an important part of your overall health and well-being. Getting enough sleep can improve your mood, increase focus and productivity, support your immune system, and help your body recover and recharge.
Try these simple habits to support better sleep:
- Keep a consistent sleep schedule. Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day helps support your body's natural sleep cycle.
- Unplug before bedtime. Avoid screens for at least 30 to 60 minutes before bed. Reducing blue light exposure can help signal to your brain that it's time to rest.
- Create a sleep-friendly environment. A cool, dark, and quiet bedroom can make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.
- Prepare for restful sleep. Avoid eating close to bedtime and allow yourself time to unwind with calming activities such as reading, stretching, journaling, or deep breathing.
To learn more about healthy sleep habits and how much sleep adults need, visit the CDC's Sleep website. Fly Well is our university-wide wellbeing initiative, designed to bring together the many resources available to you so you can explore, engage, and take the next step in your wellbeing journey.