
19. Listen to Calming Music Before Bed to Sleep Better
Music can have a tremendous impact on a person’s mood. So it shouldn’t be surprising that music can also help you fall asleep. But we’re not talking about your favorite songs; musicians design specific melodies and rhythms to help you fall asleep, such as lullabies and gentle rhythms. It can help you fall asleep, but it can also decrease the amount of time it takes for you to fall asleep. Music can decrease cortisol, which is a stress hormone, and less stress means that your body is more prepared to be in a relaxed state. When listening to music, heart rate tends to go down, blood pressure also goes down, and breathing tends to be slower. Keep reading for more simple sleep hacks so you can get some rest.