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Why Having A Bedtime Routine Doesn't Always Work

Mar 8, 2024
Dr K. explores the impact of bedtime routines on productivity and social interactions. The discussion delves into positive deviance in problem-solving and its application in combating malnutrition. Insights on managing emotions, electronic device use, and sleep hygiene are shared to improve sleep quality and emotional well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Create bedtime signals for the brain to improve sleep quality.
  • Manage emotions through mental activity and avoid devices before bedtime for better rest.

Deep dives

Creating Ideal Circumstances for Sleep

To improve sleep patterns, it's essential to understand the role of the reticular activating system in governing wakefulness and sleep. The key is to create circumstances that signal to your brain it's time to sleep. By ensuring your brain feels satisfied with your daily productivity in the first four hours of the day, managing emotions through unstructured mental activity, incorporating a high-carb dinner, and avoiding devices before bedtime, you can prepare your brain for rest.

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