Checking your phone before you put the lights out has become an almost automatic habit. Checking social media for a few seconds, glancing at tomorrow’s emails, or shopping on the Internet for a few minutes does not seem harmful. However, those few minutes can turn into hours, and the screen light is all you get to look at before going to sleep. What you think is a simple habit has an enormous impact on your energy, productivity, and mental health. Studies indicate that watching televisionat night disrupts the normal physical sleep process and does not allow one to rest appropriately. In addition to sleep, it takes away concentration and adds stress to the next day. This is why an increasing number of individuals are welcoming the idea of a digital detox, a period of purposely shutting off technology, and in particular, before going to sleep. This is about establishing healthier relationships with our devices to reclaim higher quality sleep, better concentration, and more relaxed...

  We’ve all experienced it: lying in bed at night, scrolling through our phones, replaying the day’s events, or worrying about tomorrow. Even though our bodies feel exhausted, our minds won’t shut down. Bad sleep is a problem already epidemic in the modern world, as millions (probably billions) of us find ourselves waking up groggier the next morning due to screen time, stress, and caffeine addiction. My previous post talked about morning routines that can enhance energy and attentiveness. But the fact is, your morning really starts the night before. An easy, steady evening is a good way of optimizing your body and mind to sleep heavily so you can wake up rejuvenated. In this post, we’ll explore why evening routines matter, how to create the ideal sleep environment, and which habits can help you wind down so you can recharge for tomorrow. Why Evening Routines Matter Our bodies work following a 24-hour rhythm called the circadian rhythm . Light exposure, meal timing, and dai...