Insomnia is one of the most common symptoms of stress. Not getting enough rest, waking up in the middle of the night, or even not being able to fall asleep are both a cause and a consequence of stress.
By not sleeping well because we are stressed, our body and our immune system weaken, making us more susceptible to stress and, in turn, not being able to fall asleep makes us more nervous and therefore our stress levels increase.
People who suffer from insomnia due to stress tend to reconsider and think about what causes them stress in their few moments of relaxation, such as before going to bed, causing them not to stop thinking about those tasks that they have not been able to finish or what awaits them. The next day.
Anti-stress recommendations before bed
Define a sleep routine: If we set a time to go to bed and get up, over time our internal clock will accustom our body and mind to identify the moments destined for sleep.
Finish the tasks for the day: We have to set the time to finish tasks and the ones we are going to do each day so that, in this way, we can finish them and relax without thinking about what remains to be done.
Eliminate any distraction from the bedroom: This must be used to sleep and not to work, watch television or carry out activities that directly influence sleep conciliation. We have to condition the habit of sleeping, associating the bed with sleep.
Make your bedroom a sanctuary for sleep: Order, cleanliness and the creation of a cozy and relaxing environment will make us feel safe, relaxed and disconnect from the outside world.
