Why I Sleep Better Now — and What I Stopped Doing
# Why I Sleep Better Now — and What I Stopped Doing I used to think I was just a light sleeper. But the more I listened to my body, the more I realized: It wasn’t the sleep that was the problem — it was how I was preparing for it. So I made some quiet changes. Nothing drastic. But consistent. --- --- ## 1. I Turn On Airplane Mode No pings. No news. No last-minute Instagram scrolls. Before bed, I switch my phone to airplane mode and leave it face down. It’s not just about avoiding distraction — it’s about telling my mind, “We’re done for today.” --- ## 2. I Avoid Screens an Hour Before Sleep I don’t always succeed, but I try. For at least 60–90 minutes before bed, I step away from glowing rectangles. Instead, I stretch a little, sip something warm, or just sit in low light. It’s not a strict rule — it’s a ritual. --- ## 3. I Gave Up Coffee (Mostly) Two years ago, I stopped drinking coffee every day....