I know it’s a little late for new year resolutions, but I am going to declare right here that I want to be a sleep athlete. I am going to take this serious because when I don’t sleep I actually don’t want to do anything else. If I don’t sleep, I don’t want to ride my bike. If I don’t sleep, I don’t want to write my emails.
I have a Whoop device and I know it does sleep tracking. I will start watching that. I have the new Apple Watch and it supposedly does the same. I will figure it out to track sleep.
Can anyone here reading please tell me their tricks for sleeping?
I am hoping that voicing this desire will keep me accountable. I have gone to bed at 2am or later the last 4 nights and I feel like I should go to bed closer to midnight or even 11pm for best results.
Bryan Johnson goes to bed at 8:30 with his routine. I don’t think that is possible for me. I need to fill a little bit like a teenager breaking curfew or I might go mad. So I will try to be naughty and stay up late once or twice a week.
Happy 4:20 loves,
SP
The Sleeper: The Embodiment of Peace There, in the heart of this tranquil haven, lies our sleeper, a person so deeply in the arms of Morpheus that their face is the very picture of serenity. Their body is relaxed, sunk into a mattress that seems to have been crafted from clouds, with pillows that cradle their head in a soft embrace. The Details: A Symphony of Comfort The Bedding: The sheets are soft, breathable cotton, cool to the touch, inviting the skin to breathe and relax. The blanket is just heavy enough to provide a comforting pressure, like a gentle hug across the body. The Attire: They're dressed in pajamas that seem to be made of the softest material, perhaps bamboo or silk, that flows around them, moving with every breath like a second skin. The Ambiance: A diffuser quietly mists the air with the scent of lavender, mingling with the natural, earthy aroma of the room, creating an olfactory lullaby. The Pre-Sleep Ritual: Beside the bed, a book lies face down, marking the end of a pre-sleep ritual, a journey through stories that guided the mind away from the day's stress and into the realm of imagination. The Position: They lie in a natural, comfortable position, one arm under the pillow, the other resting gently by their side. Their legs are positioned in such a way that suggests they found the perfect spot without even trying. The Expression: On their face, a soft, contented smile plays around the corners of their mouth, a silent testament to pleasant dreams unfolding in the hidden depths of their mind. The Companion: At the foot of the bed, a pet, perhaps a cat or a small dog, is curled up, its presence a silent, comforting watch over the night. The Night's Promise: The scene is set against the backdrop of a promise, a night filled with restorative sleep, leading to a morning that will greet them with soft, golden sunlight and the gentle chirping of birds. This is the portrait of a person. -DALLE
Very difficult to go to be early, even if I'm up at 5:30 am. I try for 10- 11. I use the Oura Ring, it's a pretty good tracker. I have to have the tv on so my mind will stop thinking. I set the tv timer and I'm usually out in 30 minutes when the tv turns off. I also keep the room pretty cold and started using a heavy duty cold air humidifier. Amazing how much better I sleep with that thing.
Good luck!
Scott I read somewhere that the army trains infantry to repeat over and over until they fall asleep "don't think don't think..." It's not too far off from counting sheep, probably the same concept but it really does seem to work for me. I also have a sound white noise machine and most important I sleep with the thermostat at 65 or even 64. All the research I've ever read says that people sleep with the ambient temperature way too warm, which is not good for your gas or electric bills nor is it good for you. It's easy to add more covers. I also have found that 15 mgs of melatonin tends to prevent me waking up as much.