Sleeping makes you beautiful: 5 ways to get more sleep

So, here are some tips for how to improve sleep quality (and how to make it a priority):

Unplug at least an hour before bed. Blue light inhibits our brain’s ability to shut-down, so turn off the TV, computer, phone, and all tablet devices. If you know you are going to struggle sticking to this, consider downloading F.Lux, which will shift the colors on your electronic devices from blue-tones to orange-tones. Oh, and, no matter what, stop charging your phone in the bedroom.
Create bedtime routines. This includes shutting down your home and tending to your personal needs—brushing your teeth, washing your face and taking your medications.Make sure your evening routines include setting up a “launch pad” for the next day—making lunches, prepping the coffee pot, choosing an outfit, putting your gym bag together, and other such things that will make getting out the door in the morning easier. This actually keeps you from worrying as much and will also signal your body that the day is coming to a close.
Your bedroom is sacred. You should only do two things in your bed: sleepi and have sex. Don’t work in bed, don’t watch TV in bed, and definitely don’t pile your laundry on the bed.
Create a better sleep environment. This includes making sure your mattress and pillows are comfortable and putting quality sheets and blankets on your bed.It also means blocking lights and sounds that keep you awake. Make your bed every morning, so when you come into your bedroom at night it feels more welcoming and inviting.Temperature is also important; set the thermostat somewhere between 60 and 67.
Stick to a sleep schedule. Try to go to bed and get up about the same time every day. Yes, I know that means not sleeping in on the weekends. Your body functions at its best when it has a routine.

If you commit to giving sleep a priority for just 30 days, I promise you’ll start believing the vows science touts about sleep, with results you can feel.

You’ll discover that when you are well rested, your skin looks healthier, your body feels more alive, and you’re less likely to overeat. You will be more productive, think more clearly, be more creative, feel sexier, and discover that you are able to better manage your emotions and the stresses of life. In short … more sleep makes you beautiful, inside and out!