Buckwheat Pillows

A night spent tossing and turning is unpleasant enough, but the following day can be hellacious to say the least. When you lack sleep, the problem can manifest itself in crankiness, drowsiness, and even depression. The people around you are affected as well – they often suffer the brunt of your bad mood. Better sleep is the only option, and luckily there are many ways to achieve that goal.

Begin by investigating your external sleep environment. Are the noisy neighbors upstairs keeping you awake? Do you have a lumpy mattress or pillow that could be easily replaced? Once these issues are taken care of, consider your state of mind just before bedtime. If your mind has a tendency to race, try reading a few chapters of a book or listening to some soothing music on an mp3 player just before bed.