The power of sleep is one that is seriously underrated. My mom has said even as a kid, I always loved my sleep but now that I have learned just how much my sleep impacts everything in the body, I love and prioritize it even more.
The knowledge and information sleep has helped me to create even more of a JOMO (joy of missing out) mindset when it comes to things that will compromise my supportive sleep cycle.
The power of the Sun!
Light is a powerful tool that not only boosts your energy during the day but actually comes full circle to support your circadian rhythm when it comes time for sleep.
Sunlight exposure helps regulate serotonin, melatonin, and cortisol! All critical hormones that play important roles within the body.
Here are 3 tips to help you better support your sleep cycle using light
☀️ Exposure to sunlight within the first 30 minutes of waking is ideal. But if you're an early riser (like me some days) and you’re up before the sun, bright lights can work too if its going to be a while before sunrise. As soon as you can though, get outside! And don’t worry, this still works when it's cloudy outside.
☀️A morning walk is a great way to get that sunlight exposure AND some low impact movement. win-win! Be sure to walk without sunglasses since this is the most impactful way to get that sunlight directly into your eyes. Earlier the better so that its less intense on your eyes.
☀️Dim the lights during the evening to help signal to the body that it's time to wind down. This can be lights on dimmer switches, using candles, or lower places lamps throughout your home (on side tables instead of overhead).
Restful sleep is critical to your health but also how you feel every day! Share with a friend who wants to improve their sleep & follow for more holistic health tips ✨
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