Sleep Tip #33: Grow Your “Sleep Bank”

Sleep deprivation can greatly impact your performance in both your work and personal life. If you know you have an exhausting few days ahead of you, it might be time to start building your sleep bank. Getting extra sleep in the days prior to your busy schedule will help ease the effects of sleep deprivation from a not so restful night. So if you know you have a busy few days ahead, go to bed a little earlier and stock up on your sleep reserve to help you make it through the week.

Sleep Tip #20: Keep a Sleep Journal

Many people face a variety of sleep problems each and every night. Sometimes, it comes to a point when people who suffer from sleep deprivation want to seek medical attention or start a new sleep routine. In order to better your sleep results, pinpoint your problem areas, or get a proper diagnosis from your doctor, start recording your sleep patterns in a journal. Be sure to include information such as the time you went to bed, how long it took to fall asleep, and the time you woke up. If you wake up during the night, record how long you stayed up and what caused you to awake, etc. It is also a good idea to record other lifestyle factors such as exercise, alcohol intake, nicotine intake, caffeine intake, and any medications that you use.