Daylight Savings End: How to Adjust and Get a Good Night’s Sleep

As the days grow shorter and the nights grow longer, it's that time of year again: the dreaded end of daylight savings. For many of us, this means losing an hour of sleep and adjusting to a new sleep-wake cycle. But don't worry, there are some things you can do to make the transition easier.

This is one of the most important things you can do to regulate your body's natural sleep-wake cycle. Even on weekends, try to stick to your weekday sleep schedule as much as possible.

In the hour or two leading up to bed, wind down by doing relaxing activities like reading, taking a bath, or listening to calming music. Avoid screen time, as the blue light emitted from electronic devices can interfere with sleep.

These three conditions are essential for a good night's sleep. If your bedroom is too bright, noisy, or warm, it will be harder to fall asleep and stay asleep.

Caffeine and alcohol can both interfere with sleep. Caffeine can keep you awake, while alcohol can make you fall asleep quickly but will disrupt your sleep later in the night.

Exercise can help improve your sleep quality, but avoid working out too close to bedtime. Exercise can raise your body temperature, which can make it harder to fall asleep.

If you're having trouble sleeping, see a doctor. There may be an underlying medical condition that is causing your insomnia. Your doctor can also recommend treatment options.

Losing an hour of sleep can be tough, but by following these tips you can make the transition to the end of daylight savings a little bit easier.

Bonus tip: If you have a hard time waking up in the morning, try using a light therapy lamp. Light therapy can help regulate your body's natural sleep-wake cycle and make it easier to wake up in the morning.