Day 27 What's Up Challenge - Make sure you get a goodnight's sleep tonight!

Why is this good for your emotional health and wellbeing?

Lack of sleep can put us in a bad mood and can be a cause of depression and anxiety if you’re not regularly getting enough sleep.

How to complete this challenge?

Prepare for bedtime tonight so that you sleep well and get more than 6 hours worth of sleep.

Tips to sleep better: 

• Go to bed at the same time everyday
• Don’t take naps in the day
• Create a nice dark, quiet and cool sleeping environment
• The more you move the better you sleep
• If you can’t sleep get out of bed and do something relaxing for a bit until you feel sleepier
• If you can’t sleep because you’re anxious write down your worries
• Avoid using your smartphone or tablet device just before bed
• Listen to some relaxation music or sounds of nature (like rain, sea or forest) before bed 
• Get enough daylight 
• Avoid caffeine, alcohol or eating a big meal just before bed 

For further sleep advice go to our page Sleep Troubles or visit the NHS Sleep Problems page.