‘Cognitive Shuffle’ Sleep Hack Can Help You Get to Sleep in ‘No Time’

Sleep is extremely important for our overall health and mind. But what's important is to not only get enough hours of sleep but to get quality sleep. Most people struggle with getting their seven to nine hours per night, which can lead to various health problems. Luckily, there’s a hack that can help.

Many factors determine how much sleep you get. The main one is stress, whether from work or personal life. If your mind is constantly engaged in solving or stuck on problems, calming yourself before going to bed will probably be one of the hardest things for you. A new technique called "cognitive shuffle" will come to the rescue. Experts recommend establishing a night routine before bed and incorporating this technique for fast results. "Cognitive shuffle" is a head exercise that can be done in just five minutes. It consists of listing random items in your head that can be easily visualized. Make sure they aren't related to one another and think of as many as you can. It will tire your brain and erase any negative or anxious thoughts, helping you fall asleep faster.

Another thing that will help is turning on the lights as soon as you wake up or preferably opening the curtains as soon as possible. Getting natural light or going out for a walk first thing in the morning will make you feel happier and boost your productivity throughout the day. Working out early is also a great option to tire your body. Exercise is proven to enhance the quality of sleep and increase energy levels.