1) Plan for Tomorrow:
A productive day starts the night before.
The simple act of writing down your 3 biggest to-do list items can create massive momentum for the day ahead.
2) Read:
Reading is the best way I've found to slow down my mind before bed.
If non-fiction is too stimulating, try fiction. (I'm reading the Game of Thrones series now.)
It can be a big adjustment at first, but it's one of the best habits you'll ever build.
3) Reflect:
Answer these 3 simple questions
1. What happened today that I'm grateful for?
2. Which actions moved me towards my goals?
3. Are there any changes I can make?
I love these questions because they strike a balance between gratitude and self-improvement.
4) Disconnect:
Imagine trying to park a car that's going 70 MPH.
That's essentially what you're doing when you bombard your brain with work and TikTok videos until the moment you go to bed.
Toss your phone. Get off the computer. Let the car slow down.
5) Breathe:
You take 20,000 breaths per day.
Might as well make a few of them count.
Try the 4-7-8 Technique: Breathe in through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and slowly exhale for 8 seconds.
It's one of the best ways to reduce stress before bed.
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