1Call Direct Discuss The Sleep Habits of Successful People

GLASGOW, Scotland - Sept. 19, 2013 - PRLog -- 1Call Direct
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1Call Direct Discuss The Sleep Habits of Successful People

GLASGOW, UK, September 2013 - We all know lack of sleep is harmful to our health -- sleep affects mood, increases risk of psychiatric disorders and depression, cardiovascular disease and lowers immune system health. Getting seven to eight hours of sleep a night is a critical component of success. Sleep affects our executive function; the area of the brain responsible for decision making, creative thinking, memory and reaction time.

Follow these seven sleep habits and dream your way to business success:

1. Avoid alcohol before bedtime. While alcohol may help you fall asleep, it will affect the quality of your slumber. You should avoid drinking any alcohol within three hours before bedtime.

2. Turn off electronics before bedtime. The light that's emitted from screens slips your neurotransmitters into an awake position. Our gadgets force our brains to stay active when they really need relaxation time to distress before bedtime.

3. Write your worries away. For those who find their heads swimming with to-do-lists, putting the list on paper rather than thinking about it can help to clear your head and shut off your mind before bedtime.

4. Create the perfect sleep ambience. The optimal sleep environment is one that's cool, dark and quiet. Eliminate noise and light distractions by charging smartphones outside the bedroom door to avoid the glow.

5. Exercise. Exercise promotes healthy sleep patterns by releasing serotonin and dopamine. These are the same neurotransmitters that are important for regulating our 24-hour sleep-wake cycle, known as the circadian rhythm.

6. Avoid sugary snacks before bedtime. Simple carbs or sugary snacks give you a quick burst of energy, followed by a crash which can disturb the quality of your sleep.

7. Wake up to the light. The morning is just as important to your sleep habits as the evening. Getting sunlight when you wake up re-sets your body's circadian rhythm, helping to ensure you're more tired at night.

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