Those who are longing for better sleep should take a serious look at their bedroom.
A bedroom should have the visual appeal that promotes sleep and every aspect of it could be hampering your shuteye.
Colors
Colors matter to sleep. Some colors work on our mental state to rouse us while others calm us.
For a bedroom, you want more calming colors instead of fire engine red.
Scientists say warm, appealing colors will help you feel more comfortable in your bedroom and that will
promote sleep.
These are typically softer colors, more neutrals and would include “cozy” colors.
Layout
Feeling cramped in a bedroom will make you uneasy. No one wants to feel like they are sleeping in a closet.
Layout matters. While you may not be able to change the size or physical walls in a bedroom, you can adjust furniture to create a more usable space.
Key is getting the right mattress size.
Most people think bigger is better but a huge mattress won’t help your sleep if it leaves no floor space.
Make sure you have a clear path to the bathroom and organizing your drawers with your closet will help you find things easier.
Get Rid of Clutter
Clutter clutters the mind and can generate stress.
That will keep you up at night.
No one can sleep with “loose ends” of unfolded clothes, junk on the nightstand and other items lying around reminding you of all you failed to do that day.
Spend a few minutes every day picking up clutter and taking some time to hang your clothes.
You will sleep better at night.
Make It Personal
A bedroom is a very personal, intimate space. You should keep it that way.
Personal touches, like favorite family pictures or art, can do a lot to promote sleep by relaxing your mind.
Making your bedroom as comfortable as possible will help relax you at night.
It will also provide a retreat for you to go to during a busy day and will also make you feel better should you ever have to stay in bed due to illness.
It’s the one place in your home you can have control over without kids, work or other distractions.
Make the most of it.
