Falling + Staying Asleep
High-Vibe Sleeping tips: 
Who isn’t sleep deprived these days? Sleep is a major obstacle to healing, and as a health coach I am excited to share what works for many of my clients.
Growing up with sleep issues my entire life, I have tried almost everything. I’m also not one for taking pills or even herbs for that matter because I tend to have pretty terrible ‘hangovers’ from both. Because of this I have developed different ways to not only get to sleep faster, but to actually stay asleep as well.
Keep in mind that not all of these methods are needed every night, but there are times when I am sure to check everything off of this list. Especially if my mind is racing before bed or I have a big project or meeting the next day. I use these simple tools to guarantee I can get the sleep I need to show up as my best self.
Here are a few tips:
- Getting your to-do list on paper and out of your head. Then make sure to think of one good thing you did today that can make you smile. Getting your mind off of the list making and onto some gratitude also helps ease you into a great night’s sleep.
- A simple nighttime meditation is to think of something you are extremely grateful for; a person, an opportunity or your awesome pet. Think of the love and gratitude and then let that feeling surround you. You can even think or say the words ‘Thank you” multiple times.
- Being in this feeling of pure gratitude and unconditional love is very soothing. Bring this meditation with you to bed. It’s a beautiful way to drift off to sleep with a smile on your face.
- Having a small amount of glucose can help stabilize your blood sugar and keep you sleeping through the night. A teaspoon of raw honey is great or even a bite or 2 of a banana (save the rest in the freezer for a smoothie) I regularly recommend a little taste of something and a sip of water to clients just before bed, and they’re able to stay asleep much easier.
- Daytime nutritional support: Drinking your greens or adding in a great green powder during the day is one easy way to keep your b-vitamins and mineral levels balanced. The vitamins and minerals in many green powders offer your brain the support it needs to do its job correctly so you can wind down with ease at night.
- The Morning Sun: I want to note that AM light is SO important. The first thing I do in the morning is make sure to get that morning sun on my face. Even if it’s pouring into the kitchen window at dawn, I make sure my eyes see it (without looking at it directly please my loves) But that AM light tells your brain it is indeed morning and starts your daily clock, which will help signal to you later on when it’s time for bed.
- Turn off the Blue Light: I know, I know. We all hear this note… but are we doing it? This is probably the biggest culprit for keeping us awake. Not just the Blue Light from our phones, kindles and t.v.s but also the stimulation. Watching exciting things, reading upsetting content or even getting caught up in a book on a kindle can actually wake us up and cause a rush of adrenaline that will not only keep us from sleeping, but in fact wake us up even more! This means all screens off at least an hour before bed…. you got this!
I hope some of these ideas help you sleep with more ease. Keep in mind, sleep is the basic foundation of health. It’s when our body heals and our minds can recover from the chaos of the day. Without adequate sleep, we can develop all kinds of health issues. Make sure you’re getting the rest you need to feel and perform at your very best!
Rest+Love 
-Whitney