You may not realize it, but negative people, pursuites and environments can be costing you fortunes of income and empires of impact. To find success and joy, it’s important to learn how to identify and let go of these “success bandits,” or energy vampires and drama enthusiasts, who are keeping your prosperity chained and your impact small.
Updated Guidelines From National Sleep Foundation
The National Sleep Foundation released updated guidelines for how much sleep we need at each age.
An expert panel, consisting of 18 leading scientists and researchers, conducted hundreds of validated research studies about sleep duration and key health outcomes to determine the ranges for the amount of sleep needed at different ages.
Consider Your Individual Needs for Optimal Sleep
Knowing the general recommendations for how much sleep you need is a great first step, but it’s also important to reflect on your individual needs based on factors like your activity level and overall health.
Pay attention to how you feel on different amounts of sleep, as well as follow healthy sleep tips to help make sure you get the full night’s sleep recommended for your age group.
Tips for Improving Sleep Hygiene
To get better rest, make sleep a priority in your schedule and practice good “sleep hygiene” that includes creating a comfortable bedroom setting, minimizing potential disruptions from light and sound, disconnecting from electronic devices before bed and monitoring your intake of caffeine and alcohol.