WHEN YOU JUST CAN'T SLEEP
We’ve all been there. You’ve had a long day, your body is
exhausted, and you’re ready to go to sleep…only you can’t. Your mind is locked
“on”; your muscles are raring to go. You toss and turn, you try counting,
praying, nothing is working. What now?
Here are a few tips, to help you get the rest you so
desperately need and so dearly deserve.
1. Get up. Yes, get up out of bed. Re-make your bed. Fix your blankets and fluff your
pillows.
2. Get a piece of paper and a pen. Write down all those things you cannot forget for
tomorrow. Or next week, next year. Write them down. The act of taking your
thoughts and putting them on paper will allow your mind to stop thinking “Don’t
forget ________”.
3. Now, are you hungry? Thirsty? If you are, get a small, low calorie snack. Now is NOT
the time to have a big bowl of leftover pasta. (This is where I almost always
fail). Some suggestions, a small bowl of cereal, a piece of fruit, a few graham
crackers, or a granola bar. Drink, milk or water – stay away from pop, tea or
coffee.
4. Take a walk inside. Even if you pace your hallway or walk in place, you will burn
excess energy.
5. Set the temperature. Experts say that optimal sleeping temperate is between 65-72
degrees. Follow what works best for you.
6. Stretch. I’m not talking yoga here. I’m talking good old fashion basic stretches. Reach
up high. Touch your toes. Do side bends. Roll your neck.
7. Massage your muscles. Rub your temples, neck, shoulders, feet and hands.
8. Pee. This should be a no brainer, but even a partially full bladder will keep you
awake at night. This is also a good time to brush teeth, hair or put on a
lightly scented lotion (preferably one that is calming like lavender, chamomile
or sandalwood.)
9. Go back into your room, turn off the television/radio, and turn alarm clocks
toward the wall.
10. When you get into bed, take deep breaths. Starting at your feet, focus on each part
of the body becoming tired. My toes are sleepy, my feet are sleepy, my ankles are sleepy, my calves are sleepy.
Work your way up the body to the head, then the arms, finishing with the fingers. Allow yourself to let go and fall into sweet slumber.
Here’s to you getting great nights sleep.
Blessings, Kari
exhausted, and you’re ready to go to sleep…only you can’t. Your mind is locked
“on”; your muscles are raring to go. You toss and turn, you try counting,
praying, nothing is working. What now?
Here are a few tips, to help you get the rest you so
desperately need and so dearly deserve.
1. Get up. Yes, get up out of bed. Re-make your bed. Fix your blankets and fluff your
pillows.
2. Get a piece of paper and a pen. Write down all those things you cannot forget for
tomorrow. Or next week, next year. Write them down. The act of taking your
thoughts and putting them on paper will allow your mind to stop thinking “Don’t
forget ________”.
3. Now, are you hungry? Thirsty? If you are, get a small, low calorie snack. Now is NOT
the time to have a big bowl of leftover pasta. (This is where I almost always
fail). Some suggestions, a small bowl of cereal, a piece of fruit, a few graham
crackers, or a granola bar. Drink, milk or water – stay away from pop, tea or
coffee.
4. Take a walk inside. Even if you pace your hallway or walk in place, you will burn
excess energy.
5. Set the temperature. Experts say that optimal sleeping temperate is between 65-72
degrees. Follow what works best for you.
6. Stretch. I’m not talking yoga here. I’m talking good old fashion basic stretches. Reach
up high. Touch your toes. Do side bends. Roll your neck.
7. Massage your muscles. Rub your temples, neck, shoulders, feet and hands.
8. Pee. This should be a no brainer, but even a partially full bladder will keep you
awake at night. This is also a good time to brush teeth, hair or put on a
lightly scented lotion (preferably one that is calming like lavender, chamomile
or sandalwood.)
9. Go back into your room, turn off the television/radio, and turn alarm clocks
toward the wall.
10. When you get into bed, take deep breaths. Starting at your feet, focus on each part
of the body becoming tired. My toes are sleepy, my feet are sleepy, my ankles are sleepy, my calves are sleepy.
Work your way up the body to the head, then the arms, finishing with the fingers. Allow yourself to let go and fall into sweet slumber.
Here’s to you getting great nights sleep.
Blessings, Kari
Decadent Chocolate Mocha Facial
4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon extra fine
ground coffee
2 teaspoons extra fine ground oatmeal
*Mix and add warm
water to form paste. Brush on face and neck. Relax for 10-15 rinse with cool
water and moisturize. And enjoy!
* Oatmeal is optional
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon extra fine
ground coffee
2 teaspoons extra fine ground oatmeal
*Mix and add warm
water to form paste. Brush on face and neck. Relax for 10-15 rinse with cool
water and moisturize. And enjoy!
* Oatmeal is optional
Simple Moisturizing Oatmeal Facial
Use blender to finely ground 1/4 Cup plain oatmeal
2 Teaspoons honey
Add warm water to make paste. Brush on face and neck. Relax for 10-15 rinse with cool water and moisturize. And enjoy!
2 Teaspoons honey
Add warm water to make paste. Brush on face and neck. Relax for 10-15 rinse with cool water and moisturize. And enjoy!