“Sleep is the single most effective thing we can do to reset our brain and body health each day” @drmattwalker
Consistency is cited over and over again by sleep experts as the number one behaviour change we can make to improve sleep.
Our life here in Elgin grounds us in consistent routine. From morning walks through nearby fields, to the precious evenings spent winding down by walking the stretches of nearby beach. Being connected to nature in this ritualistic and routine way regulates and normalises circadian rhythm, allowing the body to fall into deep and restful slumber thanks to the certainty we can expect, and experience, each and every day.
That routine extends to how we behave in the hour or so leading up to sleep. An evening bath. Lighting a candle. Reading a book. Closing doors. Settling the house down for the night. Resting our head ontop of our natural pillow. Sinking under the duvet, feeling the weight and crisp silky cotton crinkle as we inch into the perfect sleep position.
These simple actions all form part of the routine and ritual of sleep. The more we do them, with consistency and mindfulness, the more our body will happily fall into deep REM sleep.
Take time to consider what new routines you can establish in your life that will support your sleep. For many of our customers, switching to natural bedding was one of them.
Make sure the changes you make are realistic and attainable for your circumstances. Many sleep experts say that consistent amounts of sleep each night is better than longer periods of sleep followed by broken or shorter periods.
In short, when it comes to sleep, consistency is key.
