You might have heard that using your smartphone, tablet or other devices can actually impact your sleep. This is because of the blue light that is emitted from these devices. Although blue light in itself isn't a bad thing, it can have a heavy impact on how well you are able to sleep. Of course, you probably don't want to stop using your devices just so that you can rest well at night, but you probably don't want to miss out on getting your rest, either. These tips might just help.
1. Wear Blue Light Glasses
If you have never heard of blue light glasses, you should consider checking them out. Basically, blue light glasses are designed to help filter out blue light when you are using your devices. You can choose either prescription or non-prescription blue light glasses, depending on your personal needs. They are great for using at night, but many people choose to use blue light glasses all day long. This is a particularly good idea for those who spend a lot of time looking at a computer screen while they are at work or who otherwise use devices a lot throughout the day.
2. Unwind Before Going to Bed
It is important to take the time to unwind before you go to bed each night. Consider taking time away from your devices for about an hour before you go to bed. This can help you avoid issues with blue light and can help you avoid feeling too distracted by your devices to go to bed on time.
3. Turn On Night Mode in the Evenings
Nowadays, many smartphones and other devices have a special "night mode" that you can use to reduce the impact on your eyes while you're using your devices. Check all of your devices to determine if they have this feature.
4. Turn Your Devices Off When You Go to Sleep
Many people find that their sleep is interrupted because of smartphone alerts that they receive in the middle of the night. Consider turning off your phone completely so that you can get better rest. If this is not an option, you may want to turn off notifications and turn your device's volume down. This can help you avoid interruptions and distractions while you're trying to get your sleep.
Many people don't realize just how much their devices impact their sleep. If you keep the four tips above in mind, though, you can help prevent your devices from getting in the way of you getting your much-needed rest.
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