Episode Summary
We really underestimate the power of sleep, don’t we?
Sleep is the most important part of the day, besides healthy eating and exercise. In this quick Mental Health Hack, Kevin shares some tips you might want to use before you go to bed. Sleep affects our mood, appetite, and even the way we retain information in our brains!
Having sleeping hygiene is incredibly important for our life.
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Kevin Hines:
My name is Kevin Hines. I jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge. I believe that I had to die, but I lived. Today, I travel the world with my lovely wife, Margaret, sharing stories of people who have triumphed over incredible adversity. Now, we help people be here tomorrow. Welcome to the HINESIGHTS podcast.
Kevin Hines:
What's it's cracking, Hope Nation? It's your friendly neighbor, Kevin Hines, and here's the psych hub, brain health tip of the week. Sleep is the most important part of your day. We spend a third of our lives in bed. There's more to sleep than just shutting down the brain. Without a good night's rest, we don't retain information as well. It impacts our mood, our motivation. With small changes, you can work your way to a healthier sleeping habit. Start your day the night before. Make a list of everything you need to do tomorrow before you go to sleep, that way, you don't think about them throughout the night, avoid light distractions, and turn off the TV before bed and disconnect your devices. Stop drinking caffeine later in the day and don't eat too late. And if you can't sleep, get out of bed. You don't want connection between your bed and the frustration to be able to sleep. Get up and do something for 20 minutes to get your mind off of sleep before returning to bed. If all else fails and you persistently have trouble sleeping, talk to your mental health provider about insomnia. This can really help you find a way to a better sleep pattern, a better circadian rhythm. Thank you, everyone. Those are our psych hub, brain health tips of the week. Wishing you well, take care and be here tomorrow.
Kevin Hines:
Margaret and I love sharing stories of people who have triumphed over incredible adversity. For more content and inspiration, go to KevinHinesStory.com or visit us on all social media at KevinHinesStory or on youtube.com/KevinHines.
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