Sleep is essential for overall well-being. It is actually one of the most important things people can do to maintain their health. Sleep plays a vital role when it comes to physical and mental health, so it’s unfortunate when people struggle to fall asleep. Factors that contribute to this include stress and restlessness. However, people can follow certain tips to get enough sleep.
Sleep Is Vital
Lack of sleep can have serious health consequences, including an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression. Even people who practice good sleep hygiene by exercising regularly, adhering to a sleep schedule, avoiding caffeine before bedtime, and creating a cool, dark, and quiet sleep environment, can find sleep elusive sleep. The key is not to let anxiety worsen the situation.
There is value in simply resting when sleep doesn’t come easily. Closing the eyes, lying in bed, and letting the body and mind relax can be very beneficial from both a physical and cognitive perspective. It’s important to stop fixating on the idea of falling asleep and focus on the act of resting.
Sleeping Restores the Body
One common mistake when trying to sleep is reaching for electronic devices. The allure of TV shows, social media, or mindless scrolling can be strong when sleep evades us, but it’s essential to resist this temptation. Bright screens emit blue light, which can disrupt the body’s production of melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles. So, when sleep is elusive, staying away from screens and opting for calming activities like reading or deep breathing is better for passing the time.
Another common sleep mistake is using the bed for activities other than sleep. The bed should be reserved for sleep. People who use the bed for working or snacking let their brains associate it with activities other than sleep, making it harder to fall asleep when they want to.
Sometimes You Should Just Get Up
People who find themselves unable to fall asleep after about 20 minutes shouldn’t lay there worrying about it. Instead, they should get out of bed and engage in a relaxing, low-energy activity in dim light, such as reading or meditation. They should also avoid checking the clock, as the act itself can increase anxiety and prolong the awake time. Once some time passes, returning to bed and falling asleep will become much easier.
It’s essential to remember that being in bed without falling asleep right away is not a catastrophe. There are no quick fixes, but taking the time to understand the causes of sleep troubles is the key to overcoming them.
A Man Decided to Propose Mid-Flight Outside Toilet Cubicle
A proposal has sparked much debate on the internet, with differing opinions on whether this act of true love was adorable or disgustingly gross. On a flight to the Mexican coastal city of Cancun, one passenger decided it was the perfect moment to propose to his partner, right outside the airplane’s restroom.
An Interesting Proposal on a Flight
In a TikTok video that has gone viral, a man kneels and holds a ring while his partner uses the plane’s restroom. As she exits the bathroom, other passengers on the aircraft applaud and laugh, while others hold up signs that read, “Will you marry me?”
The soon-to-be bride appears completely shocked and has placed both hands over her mouth, with an enormous grin on her face. Other passengers can be heard saying, “Just say yes” throughout the plane. She says yes while fighting back emotions and embraces her new now-fiancé.
The Perfect Time to Propose!
The TikTok propose video now has over 3.1 million views. One user commented that for them, it’s the participation of the entire flight. Another user commented that this was one of the most straightforward proposals they’ve ever seen. So natural, unlike those who cried and acted as if they were surprised and didn’t expect it. A third user commented that they loved this one without being a fan of dramatic proposals because this one had no drama – just real people without any staged audience.
However, not everyone thought the proposal in front of the airplane restroom was romantic, as one user on Twitter recorded a video, saying, “Imagine someone using the restroom and everyone recording it. This video has received over 13.5 million views.
In either case, the term “love is in the air” is given an entirely new interpretation in this proposal video. Would you propose to your partner in an airplane, right next to the bathroom?