What do you do to improve your sleep?
Every time someone asks how I improve my sleep, I feel slightly guilty.
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Because apparently, I’m supposed to have a routine.
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People brew chamomile tea, meditate, journal, switch off screens an hour before bed, spray lavender on their pillows, play rainforest sounds, and count sheep like they’re preparing for the Olympics of Sleeping.
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Meanwhile…
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I simply go to bed.
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Well… almost.
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There is one tiny obstacle.
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My brain.
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The same brain that has remained suspiciously quiet all day suddenly becomes the CEO of Midnight Meetings Pvt. Ltd.
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“Remember that awkward thing you said five years ago?”
“What if tomorrow’s conversation goes terribly wrong?”
“Shouldn’t we also plan next month’s grocery list… right now?”
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Seriously?
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You’ve had sixteen waking hours to bring this up.
Now you want a board meeting?
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Sorry.
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Office hours are over.
Please send an email.
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Most nights, I politely decline the invitation.
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Because every extra minute spent overthinking is a minute stolen from perfectly good sleep.
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And I refuse to let imaginary problems rob me of real rest.
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So, touchwood, I’ve never really had to improve my sleep.
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The moment my head finally reaches the pillow, it’s game over.
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No lavender.
No sleep apps.
No breathing exercises.
No smart gadgets congratulating me for existing.
Just one pillow…
…and lights out.
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If I have one piece of bedtime advice, it’s this:
Don’t let your brain schedule meetings after business hours.
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Nothing productive has ever happened at 2 a.m.
Except winning imaginary debates against people who have no idea they’re involved.
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Sleep is free.
Overthinking is expensive.
I’ve decided to invest wisely.
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Because tomorrow deserves a well-rested version of me,
not the one who stayed awake arguing with imaginary situations.
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So, if I have one sleep secret, it’s this…
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I don’t chase sleep anymore. I stop chasing thoughts, switch off the day, and let my pillow do the rest.
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Until silence finds another story…
With love,
—Rajeshwari 🧿💕
© Nihshabd by Rajeshwari
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