Why it's a good idea not to go online or use a phone or tablet just before bed and during the night

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It can be really helpful to give yourself time to wind down before going to bed at night. I encourage everyone to observe a one-hour buffer zone before their planned earliest bedtime and to reserve this time for nothing but relaxing and enjoyable activities.<br /><br />Related videos:<br /><br />How a buffer zone can help you fall asleep when you are living with chronic insomnia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCJNiHDaLxk<br /><br />Sleep rituals are rarely a good idea — especially if you live with chronic insomnia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VoyybMMjN8<br /><br />It doesn't really matter what kind of activities you do as bedtime approaches (or when you wake during the night and can't sleep) — as long as you find the activities relaxing and enjoyable.<br /><br />Related video:<br /><br />Don't avoid relaxing and enjoyable activities at night when living with chronic insomnia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1Jf0uS7FB4<br /><br />With this being said, it can be a good idea to avoid going online or using a phone, computer, or tablet close to bedtime and/or during the night when you are finding it hard to sleep.<br /><br />This is not really because of the light these devices emit — it's more to do with the activating nature of these devices and the content they access.<br /><br />Instead of allowing your mind to relax, these devices keep your mind active. Most websites are designed to keep you engaged for as long as possible. Messaging friends and family can also keep you awake as you wait for a response (or, the response could wake you from sleep).<br /><br />So at night, avoid sleep rituals and engage in relaxing and enjoyable activities but think of something you can do other than going online or using a phone, computer, or tablet.<br /><br />▶ Subscribe to the Insomnia Coach channel (and be sure to click the notification bell afterward so you don't miss any videos): http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL5LsLUeVA2j_Vsl5625shQ?sub_confirmation=1<br /><br />My name is Martin Reed and I am the founder of Insomnia Coach®. I offer sleep coaching services that give people with insomnia all the skills and support they need to enjoy better sleep for the rest of their lives. I also offer a free two-week sleep training course for people with insomnia at https://insomniacoach.com/sleep-training/?ref=youtube080519<br /><br />You can also find me here:<br /><br />Website: https://insomniacoach.com<br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/insomniacoach<br />Facebook: https://facebook.com/insomniacoach<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myinsomniacoach/<br /><br />All content found on the Insomnia Coach YouTube channel is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or medical treatment and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, disorder, or medical condition. It should never replace any advice given to you by your physician or other licensed healthcare provider. All content is provided as is, and without warranties.<br /><br />#insomnia<br />#sleep

Insomnia Coach 1.4K views August 6, 2019 12:44 am

It can be really helpful to give yourself time to wind down before going to bed at night. I encourage everyone to observe a one-hour buffer zone before their planned earliest bedtime and to reserve this time for nothing but relaxing and enjoyable activities.

Related video:

Don’t avoid relaxing and enjoyable activities at night when living with chronic insomnia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1Jf0uS7FB4

With this being said, it can be a good idea to avoid going online or using a phone, computer, or tablet close to bedtime and/or during the night when you are finding it hard to sleep.

This is not really because of the light these devices emit — it’s more to do with the activating nature of these devices and the content they access.

Instead of allowing your mind to relax, these devices keep your mind active. Most websites are designed to keep you engaged for as long as possible. Messaging friends and family can also keep you awake as you wait for a response (or, the response could wake you from sleep).

So at night, avoid sleep rituals and engage in relaxing and enjoyable activities but think of something you can do other than going online or using a phone, computer, or tablet.

▶ Subscribe to the Insomnia Coach channel (and be sure to click the notification bell afterward so you don’t miss any videos): http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL5LsLUeVA2j_Vsl5625shQ?sub_confirmation=1

My name is Martin Reed and I am the founder of Insomnia Coach®. I offer sleep coaching services that give people with insomnia all the skills and support they need to enjoy better sleep for the rest of their lives. I also offer a free two-week sleep training course for people with insomnia at https://insomniacoach.com/sleep-training/?ref=youtube080519

You can also find me here:

Website: https://insomniacoach.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/insomniacoach
Facebook: https://facebook.com/insomniacoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myinsomniacoach/

All content found on the Insomnia Coach YouTube channel is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or medical treatment and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, disorder, or medical condition. It should never replace any advice given to you by your physician or other licensed healthcare provider. All content is provided as is, and without warranties.

#insomnia
#sleep