Habit Nest | The Sleep & Evening Routine Sidekick Journal

Figuring out a sleep routine is like building a trusted skin care regimen. Aside from being backed up by science, the benefits of having adequate sleep are endless. When we sleep, the tissues, organs, and muscles in our bodies renew themselves. It affects the growth and stress hormones, immune system, appetite, breathing, blood pressure, and cardiovascular health. It’s also a time when our brains recharge. When we get a good night’s sleep, we have quicker reflexes and can focus better during the day. But for most of us, having enough hours of sleep a day is never an easy task. Resting whenever you need it is not just about catching up on lost sleep — it’s self-care. And it’s precisely that: personal care. If cake dinners, meditation, shopping, iced lattes, yoga, or mid-day naps are your go-to’s, by all means, please keep doing that! Hey! Whatever works, right? This month, we’re helping you nurture relaxing and mindful energies for a good night’s sleep with a guide to a fulfilling eveni