Sleep is critical to our well-being. The truth is, we function best when we get between 7-9 hours of sleep every night.

It only takes three consecutive nights of sleep loss to cause your mental and physical health to deteriorate. And the worst of symptoms tend to appear after just one night of sleep loss.

Optimal health requires that you make every effort to improve your sleep hygiene.

Adopting meditation for better sleep

One way to improve the quality and quantity of your rest is by adopting a meditation practice.

It doesn’t have to be complicated – it’s as simple as following these basic steps:

1. Find a quiet area where you can sit or lie down comfortably. If you’re about to go to bed, lie down.
2. Close your eyes and breathe slowly. Focus on your breath, on each inhale and exhale.
3. Clear your mind. Let go of your thoughts and focus only on your breath. If a thought pops up, just acknowledge it, let it go, and return to focusing only on your breath.
4. As you become more practiced in this simple method, you’ll find it easier to let go of distractions. You’ll achieve a restful state more quickly.

The more you meditate, the greater the benefits

It only takes a few minutes to find your calm, and you can do it almost anywhere.

If you find it strange to sit in silence, don’t worry. People have been meditating for over 3,000 years, and there are good reasons why it’s more than just a passing fad.

You’ll find meditation will be a tremendous tool for sleep and your wellness arsenal. Plus, the more time you can devote to a consistent practice of meditation, the greater the benefits will be.

What about CBD for sleep?

We offer several products to help you get better sleep. Our CBN/CBD sleep tincture is great for sleep and relaxation. And our blue raspberry sleep gummies help you get the rest you deserve.

Have questions? Feel free to contact the knowledgeable Drops of Life team with any questions you have about CBD and its benefits.