Healthy Sleep habits for a Healthier Workplace
Healthy Sleep habits for a Healthier Workplace
The Key to a Productive Day Starts the Night Before
Try to get to bed at a regular time each night, tracking your sleep on a sleep app can help to keep consistency.
Set Up for Success: Sleep Hygiene Tips
🛌✨Make your bedroom a cozy, restful space
🕯️🌙 Dim the lights in the evening to signal wind-down time
📴📱 Keep blue screens out of the bedroom—avoid the lure of late-night scrolling!
Try to wake at the same time each day and get out in sunlight to adjust to the day
🌞 Wake Up with Natural Light – Natural sunlight regulates your body clock and wakes you up more effectively.
🧘♀️ Stretch & Move – Gentle stretches or a few minutes of yoga can reduce stiffness and boost circulation.
🌬 Mindful Breathing – A few deep breaths or a short meditation sets a calm and focused tone for the day.
📵 Delay Screens – Avoid checking emails or social media first thing: start the day with intention.
2. No Snoozing on the Job – But Try Yoga Nidra!
Need a midday recharge? Instead of dozing off at your desk, try a Yoga Nidra or Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR).
Take time rest during the day with a 15-20 minute guided relaxation AKA Yoga Nidra or NSDR
Both Yoga Nidra and NSDR refer to structured relaxation techniques that can help replenish energy, enhance focus, and reduce stress, without grogginess.
According to neuroscientists NSDR has been shown to accelerate learning, improve sleep quality, and enhance cognitive performance.
3. Better Sleep, Better Work: Simple Ways to Support Rest in the Workplace
A well rested team is a happier, more productive team. But with busy schedules and digital distractions, quality sleep is often the first thing to suffer.
Infographic for practical ways to support better sleep and work life balance in your workplace!
Encouraging healthy sleep habits at work isn’t just about rest, it’s about fostering a culture of wellbeing that boosts focus, creativity, and resilience.
From setting clear boundaries on after-hours emails to offering quiet spaces for mindful breaks, small changes can make a big difference. 🌙