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Budget-Friendly Tips for Getting the Sleep Your Mental Health Deserves

While the whole relationship between sleeping well and mental health is unraveling, it’s clear that it exists. It appears that those who don’t get a good night’s sleep consistently are more likely to deal with depression and other mental health issues. One of the best things you can do for your mental health is cultivating some effective sleep habits.

Seek Out Natural Remedies

If you’re having trouble sleeping, it might be tempting to pop some pills to help, but that could open up another set of issues. According to Healthline, there are plenty of remedies that don’t involve any medications. For example, if you take certain supplements and surround yourself with calming scents, you can snag that elusive zzzs.

The most popular supplement is melatonin, which mimics what your body is supposed to produce for sleep naturally. Studies indicate that taking a melatonin supplement can not only help you fall asleep more quickly but also improve the overall quality of your sleep.

Essential oils can also be helpful toward a good night’s sleep. Lavender is a well-known essence for promoting sleep, but other options like valerian, bergamot, and cedarwood work well, too. Going natural is typically healthier and cheaper than prescriptions, so contemplate adding one or more of these remedies to your regimen.

Get Some Sleep Aids

Some folk find that sleeping in silence or hearing soft music doesn’t help even a comfortable room. In this case, a white noise machine could be just what you need. In essence, white noise is a consistent sound that blocks other surrounding sounds that interfere with your sleep quality. The kind of sound the machines make will vary, so you’ll have options to find what matches your tastes.

When you’re shopping around for a suitable machine, consider checking out Kohls’s. They have free shipping when you ship to the store, offer a variety of competitively priced sound devices, and you can save on your purchase with Kohls’s coupons.

Lower Your Stress Levels

Your level of stress is related to both your mental health and sleep quality. According to MQ Mental Health, this is even more problematic when the pressure is chronic. With a long-term focus, many people experience periods of depression and anxiety. The relationship is almost cyclical when it comes to sleep, with stress and sleep feeding one another in an ugly downward spiral.

 You are looking for budget-friendly ways to bring your stress levels down. How about taking a walk or talking with a friend? It might be good to find an interesting podcast or playlist that you find relaxing as it gets closer to bedtime. Yoga and meditation through a free or cheap app could also be helpful.

Keep Things Dark and Cool

Experts agree that you’ll sleep better in a room that is dimly lit and cool. If you want to keep your bedroom cool without using an air conditioner, then Morning Chores recommends opening your windows strategically. Pulling a cooling trick with the use of a fan and a bowl of ice can work wonders as well.

Energy-efficient bulbs help by keeping the heat low and giving you control over the lighting. While the initial cost of the best energy-efficient bulbs can be more expensive than traditional bulbs, you’ll save money in the long run from how long they last and savings on your electricity bill. Bear in mind that you can get deals on your shopping if you search online and look for discounts at certain times of the year.

Getting a good night’s rest can be an integral part of maintaining good mental health. If you’re not sleeping well, it can even make some mental health issues worse. When you’re trying to stay on budget, create sure to look for deals wherever you can so you don’t add to your stress levels.

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Cheryl Conklin

Wellness Central

 

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