Prep for Your Best Rest Yet
and prevent intrusive thoughts and tension from keeping you up at night. Listening to gentle music before entering the bedroom can put you in a sleepy state of mind. Journaling or writing a to-do list before it’s time to nod off can remove lingering stresses or racing thoughts. Try meditation or yoga to ease your muscles, focus your mind, and eliminate anxious feelings. Dine Right, Sleep Tight
When your head hits the pillow, are you counting sheep but not catching any z’s? It’s time to hit snooze on nights of tossing and turning and wake up refreshed with a better sleep routine! Getting the proper amount of rest every night is crucial to living a healthy life and can even help prevent mental health issues like depression and anxiety. A sweet slumber starts with the proper routine. Here’s the dreamy plan to wake up feeling your best. Bedtime Boundaries Consistency and bedtime boundaries can help your body and Though a late-night snack or a delayed dinner might seem harmless, it can make drifting off difficult. Your digestive system takes time and energy to break down food, which can keep you awake if you eat too late. Eat light, healthy suppers so your stomach can take a snooze with you, and avoid eating anything several hours before you plan to hit the hay. OUR LEGACY ISN’T BUILT IN A DAY IT’S FORGED IN THE MOMENTS THAT MATTER mind get into a regular rhythm to reach REM sleep. Try to go to bed around the same time every night to train yourself to get sleepy regularly. It doesn’t matter what time you choose as long as you stick as close to your sleep schedule as possible. You should also select a time before bed when you consistently turn off your phone, computer, and other devices. The blue light from electronics makes your mind think it’s daytime and can distract you from dreaming. Relax, Rewind, Rest You can use many tools to help relax and unwind from the day
Share your traditions, history, and more. By sharing more of yourself with loved ones, you’ll create a more significant bond. Consider gifting them something tangible, whether a family heirloom or something you crafted yourself. Tell your kids and grandchildren about your parents, grandparents, and ancestors. They’ll love learning more about the family’s history. If you have any traditions, include your family in them. There is a good chance they will carry those traditions through the generations. Leave something behind. Through estate planning, we can leave a legacy that reflects us and our values. Leaving an inheritance to your loved ones will help them grow, and they’ll know it was all because of your generosity. You can also pass on prized possessions that will remind them of you whenever they see them. If you want to leave a legacy in your community, consider giving a charitable gift to a local organization that shares your beliefs.
When we pass away, we want people to remember us for all the memories we shared and what we did to ensure they felt loved and appreciated. There can be a lot of pressure to leave a strong legacy, especially in our later years. Many wonder how to strengthen their legacy and keep their memory alive in their loved ones’ hearts. It starts with taking some intentional actions, some front-and-center and others behind the scenes. Since August is What Will Be Your Legacy Month, let’s explore a few strategies that will help your legacy stand the test of time. Be present. Throughout the year, we get countless opportunities to establish strong memories with our loved ones. Holidays, birthday parties, family reunions, and casual get-togethers allow us to enjoy the company of our family and friends. Be there for your loved one’s sporting events, dance recitals, and other extracurricular activities. While you attend these events, don’t stare at your phone. Be fully present, and your family will notice.
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