How to Relax Before Bed. Story by Brandon Peters, MD ... It’s important to reserve the last 30 to 60 minutes before your bedtime for transition activities that will ready you for sleep.

If you're having trouble sleeping, a few modifications to your sleep schedule might hold the solution to tackle sleep disorders.

Retail therapy The idea of retail therapy is simple: Buy something new to lift your spirits. While shopping can give a short-term mood boost, it often leads to a sense of remorse and financial stress.

"Spending time on screens in bed—regardless of the activity—may displace sleep and negatively impact sleep health," says Dr. Sivertsen. This may include relaxing activities, too, like ...