What’s Your Favorite White Noise?

06.29.2011

This question popped into my head because I just got home from a run and barely missed the sudden downpour. It’s raining heavily outside and I thought, “Wow, if only I was ready for a nap this would be perfect!” I love falling asleep to a hard rain. It’s soothing, peaceful and usually comes with [...]

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5 Steps to Shifting Your Sleep Schedule

06.27.2011

The stress of losing or changing jobs can wreak havoc on sleep. But did you know the change in schedule can also have an effect? It’s difficult to get back on an appropriate sleep schedule after time off or a job change. If you’re unemployed and have nowhere to go in the morning, it’s really [...]

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Exercise and Insomnia

06.18.2011

I’ve recently discovered the importance exercise has on the average person’s sleep, but have also learned it’s particularly important for those struggling with insomnia. The following points made in an article by Holisticonline.com explain how exercise impacts insomniacs: As a result of the difficulties insomniacs have sleeping they tend to lead more sedentary lives. This [...]

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Food for Sleep

03.16.2011

Grandma was right. Warm milk with honey does help you sleep!! The other night I had the worst stomach ache. My husband (being the sweet man that he is) sat up with me and brought me some milk. I asked him if milk really induces sleep and he said he didn’t know, it was just [...]

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Napping Pods in the Business District

08.06.2010

The TV show “The Doctors” recently tested a napping pod at Retreat Self-Care, located in the business district of Glendale, CA.  According to the show, less than 70% of the U.S. population  get 8 hrs of sleep per night. So out of curiosity I found an article published by the Glendale News Press.  Kathy Geathers, [...]

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