Is Your Bedroom Helping You Sleep or Waking You Up?

Yes, your room setup might be why you're still waking up tired. ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­

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How to Optimize Your Sleep Space for Better Sleep We talk a lot about how your body and mind impact sleep, but your bedroom environment plays a bigger role than you might expect. Take this: In one study, people with blue-toned bedrooms reported the most restful sleep, while those sleeping in red or purple rooms were more likely to wake up feeling tired. Why? Because your brain responds to color, light, and even clutter in ways that either encourage deep rest or keep you in a state of low-grade alertness. You don't need to start painting your bedroom just yet! Try these easy fixes first, and turn your sleep environment into a sleep sanctuary! Make Your Room Sleep-Friendly Sleep Quiz Which type of bedroom lighting is best for promoting melatonin production before bed?   A. Bright white LEDss B. Warm amber or red light C. Fluorescent overhead lights D. Cool-toned blue lights   Scroll to the bottom for the answer!

You've Optimized Your Bedroom…But Not Your Sleep? If you've tried every sleep tip and your room is optimized to the max, but you're still waking up exhausted… it might be time to look deeper. Sleep apnea is often undiagnosed and can disrupt your sleep no matter how perfect your mattress, lighting, or bedtime routine are. Right now, Sleep Doctor's At-Home Sleep Study is an extra 10% off for a limited time as part of their Fourth of July sale! Just use the code JULY10 to claim your discount! It's clinically backed, incredibly easy to use, and gives you answers from the comfort of your own bed. This is your last chance to grab it at a discount before the sale ends! Save 10% on Your Sleep Study Quick Sleep Tips ☀️ Close Blinds and Curtains – During the day, lower your blinds and close curtains to keep sunlight and hot air from moving into your home. → Tips to Keep Your Room Cool 🚿 Take a warm shower 1 hour before bed – Mimics the body's natural cool-down process → Bedtime Wind-Down Habits 🕯️ Block Out the Light at Its Source – Even small amounts of outside light can reduce melatonin production. → How to Make Your Bedroom Dark 🪟 Let Morning Light In – Open your curtains first thing to help reset your circadian rhythm. → Use Light to Regulate Your Sleep Cycle Why Is It So Hard to Sleep in the Summer? Blame your circadian rhythm and the sun! A new look at seasonal insomnia shows how longer daylight hours and shifts in light exposure can throw off your internal rhythms. Learn how your molecular clock, late sunsets, and even warm temperatures work together to disrupt sleep, and what to do about it. Sleep Better This Summer Quiz Answer The correct answer is B. Warm amber or red light. Warm amber or red light is best for promoting melatonin production in the evening and can help signal your brain when it's time to wind down. What's Trending in Sleep Right Now? Best Affordable Mattresses (That Don't Feel Cheap) You don't have to spend a fortune for great sleep. These budget-friendly beds are high on comfort, low on cost, and all tested by our team. Pink Noise vs. White Noise: What's Better for Sleep? Here's how pink noise compares, and why it might be your new favorite bedtime background. Why Humidity Makes Sleep So Hard Humidity messes with your body's ability to cool down. Here's how to stay comfortable (and dry) at night. No A/C? No Problem: Smart Ways to Cool Your Room You don't need a full-blown cooling system to lower the temperature. These simple, low-tech tricks can make your room sleep-friendly.

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