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|25 May 2020|4 mins

Wild Dreams? Here’s How To Get A Better Sleep

You’re not the only one.

“I’m frantically searching this shopping mall from my childhood for this one shop I need to find.  Looking outside the floor-to-ceiling glass windows, there are giant waves crashing against the building for some unexplained reason.  The staff tell me that the shop no longer exists, so I buy a wig instead.  WTF does that mean?”  – Kate

“Last night i dreamt that I was on holiday somewhere hot and we were doing a scooter tour along the coast and jumping into every beach we passed.  One guy even jumped off the cliff edge with his scooter and into the water.  That defs relates to how desperate I am for a beach escape.”  – Eliza

Just some of the nonsensical dreams we’ve been having while we #stayhome. 

According to the experts, we’re lacking the stimulation we would usually get from everyday interactions and regular life drama and instead creating this in our dreams at night.  Enter, the wild and wonderful nights ‘sleep’ we’ve been having lately.  

Lack of, and poor quality, sleep is linked to some serious effects on our health, from weakened immune systems to heart disease.  Yikes.  So how can we improve our habits?

1. Bed, bath & beyond

Have a warm shower or bath before bed, ideally with lavender-scented oils or body wash.  This lavender mask is a calming addition once you get under the sheets.

Little smelly pillow
Wellness Relaxation Lavender Eye Pillow
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2. In the dark

Speaking of eye masks – keeping out light that can interrupt your sleep and wake you too early is important for maximising the full eight hours.  If you don’t already have a sleep mask, add one to your bedtime ritual. 

Sleeping Masks
Silk Sleep Mask
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Silk Sleep Mask
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Blue Tie Dye Silk Eye Mask Set
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Silk Sleep Mask
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Silk Sleep Mask
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Organic Bamboo Eye Mask
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3. Be cool

Get cosy in a bedroom that is comfortably cool, but not cold.

Warm those tootsies
Chunky Knit 1 Pk Socks
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4 Pack Crew Boot Sock
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Chunky Knit 1 Pk Socks
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4. Phones away

Try to turn off your phone or leave it outside the bedroom so that you’re not tempted to scroll and the illuminated screen doesn’t disrupt your sleep. While you’re using it during the day (and other screens) wear blue-light blocking glasses to minimise the effects.

Blue Light Blockers
Melba - Blue Light Lenses
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Breeze - Blue Light Lenses
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House Blue Light Lenses
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Miklos Optical Glasses - Blue Light Lenses
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Andrews - Blue Light
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5. Make a sanctuary

Your bedroom should be purely a space to unwind. That means no working in here or doing anything that makes you feel stressed or ‘wakes’ the mind. Invest in soft finishing touches like pillows and throws to make going to bed something to look forward to. 

House to Home
Aromatherapy 200ml Reed Diffuser
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Parasquare White Lounge Cushion
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Crete Waffle Throw
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Fluffelbuster Throw
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Fringe Cushion
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