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What is the best way to relax at night?

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Last Updated: 12/06/2021 at 6:56am
What is the best way to relax at night?
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Anonymous
June 7th, 2015 12:54pm
I do many things for relaxation in night. 1. Go to roof and watch the stars under the cool atmosphere. 2. Hear soothing music. Many times spiritual. 3. Deep breathing. 4. Eat something I like before I sleep. 5. Meditate for a while. Think all positive things happened to me in my life. All those times when I was just going to fuck it up and somebody helped me. :)
QuietKitten123
March 21st, 2016 12:27pm
For me drinking a cup of green tea and reading a chapter from a book really helps. i try not to do anything to stressing before bed.
CoffeeTeaAndHonesty
March 26th, 2015 10:41am
Write everything you're worried about down on a list; getting everything on paper will not only make you feel better, but it allows you to set those worries aside and deal with them in the morning. | Have hot tea (non-caffeinated!). | Take a hot bath or shower. | Enjoy a calm activity such as watching a show, drawing, etc.
Gi
April 1st, 2015 3:34pm
Just get home and leave your problems behind for a bit. Sometimes we need to clear up our mind. Otherwise we go crazy! So go watch your favorite movie, listen your favorite music... eat something different. Take care of yourself.
TeaMaster1
February 23rd, 2015 4:07pm
Personally, I relax at night by winding down my level of activity. I stop doing work for the day, I change into my pajamas, and do something to relax like reading a book or watch an episode on television. After I'm done with that, I get my mind in the frame of going to sleep by brushing my teeth and getting into bed.
positiveComfort79
November 8th, 2016 3:34am
what i do personally is I have meditation music playing in the background that iset to a loop to play all nightlong.
julie0203
December 7th, 2015 3:21am
The best way to relax at night is to read a book or do some journaling. Also having a nice cup of tea is a good idea too, but make sure that it doesnt not contain caffeine. Or a glass of warm milk can be good for some people. Taking a nice warm bath with a bath bomb and candels can be a really good choice too!!! Oh and dont forget some lavandar essential oils:)
picturesque03afterthought
April 19th, 2016 4:16pm
It depends from person to person. Personally, for me writing all my thoughts down helps a lot. It's like venting out all your thoughts, worries on paper. It's a good way to clear your head. Apart from this, music, reading...which also helps in sleeping well does work.Go for any thing that makes you happy and helps you to calm down. It's all about experimenting and seeing what works for you.
DaniListens2U
December 6th, 2021 6:56am
There are many ways to relax at night. The first thing that you have to do is unplug. (TV, Phones, etc). Find a nice book to read while taking a nice bubble bath. Light some candles and after you are done with the bath, try a wind down meditation or some bedtime yoga. Also be mindful about what you are doing during the day. Eating healthy and being physically active will also help you relax at night. We are animals and need that release. Eating greasy foods and not exercising may cause discomfort, such as heartburn, which is never fun when you are laying down and trying to sleep.
enjoythesmallthings
May 24th, 2016 6:25pm
Don't use your phone. Have a drink without caffine and read a nice book or take a nice and hot bath
Anonymous
August 2nd, 2016 11:27am
Taking a hot bubble bath, listening to calming music, reading a book, creating art or even going for a walk if you live in the country
Anonymous
October 25th, 2016 9:56am
Opening some music while you're laying on your bed and dreaming of the good things that might happen in your life.
30secondstohan
November 15th, 2016 4:56pm
In my personal opinion, there are several things that make night times relaxing, especially if you're feeling anxious. The first one has to be a nice hot bubble bath combined with a good book! It just gives you privacy for half an hour to an hour, gets you involved with other characters, let's you be in another reality for a little while taking a load off your own for a while. I also enjoy watching tv or a movie, surfing the internet or playing games. If I'm feeling particularly anxious or lonely, calling or messaging a friend is a good way to either take your mind off things or gives you space to talk to someone you trust. All of these have helped me relax and knowing I've kept my mind busy helps me sleep a little easier too :)
caringShell96
February 27th, 2017 5:07pm
That differs from person to person, but there are ways which are common for everyone. Rely on different herb treatments to ease your nerves, practice different breathing techniques. I have always found it quite helpful to listen to an audio book while falling asleep.
Anonymous
December 5th, 2017 3:09am
oh gosh, the best way to relax at night is sleeping for me. But again, you can take a walk, or read a good book.
Anonymous
January 8th, 2018 6:43pm
Drink some tea, chamomile, relaxes you, no electronics. Close your eyes and relax, and next thing you know you wake up to a fresh day!
Vanessagomez18
February 27th, 2018 11:17am
best way to relax at night would be hearing music while taking a bath and relaxing there until your tired and got to bed feeling al nice and relaxed
endearingLion70
March 19th, 2018 12:39pm
Try to develop a routine of going to bed that will help you fall asleep. In the middle of the night teach your self mindful practices to help you relax.
Anonymous
July 3rd, 2018 3:03pm
Turn off electronics a good hour before the time you want to fall asleep. Try having some herbal tea or allowing yourself to relax with a book. Try to only use your bed for sleeping.
healerhumor
July 10th, 2018 3:03pm
Best way to relax at night is having a bedtime ritual of getting ready for bed about 20 minutes. Drinking chamomile tea and reading a favorite book and having a lavender essential oil spray at hand to spray some on the pillows and listening to rain music and drifting off to sweet dreams.
lizzylovepup123
October 1st, 2019 9:06pm
The best way that I relax at night is having a defuser in my room with vanilla lavender essential oil. I also listen to music. Something that also helps me relax at night is reading and heat packs. When I feel warm I am able to relax better and I am more likely to fall asleep faster. I always have to make sure there are no other loud noises besides the music. If I decide not to listen to music I will put in earplugs that help me to stay asleep as my household can get very noisy.
courageousHand55
March 24th, 2020 4:56pm
In my opinion, the best way you can relax at night is by reading a storybook that you love so much, it makes you feel like you're in that world itself. And then you slowly drift off to sleep, dreaming of a better world, a world where you can be yourself. That's what I do to feel relaxed! Or, you can listen to some calm and soothing music, preferably instrumentals. While listening, try to forget all your worries and problems. Just focus on the music and shut your eyes. Sleep would come to you automatically... I've tried this, too!
perfectoriginal
April 4th, 2016 11:59am
Well, it can be different for everyone, but I've found that reading before bed can help a lot. You could also try listening to soothing music or things like that.
Anonymous
March 14th, 2016 2:36am
The best way to relax at night is to listen to calming music walk around in your home until you feel calmed then go to bed.
Anonymous
March 5th, 2016 9:54pm
Having a warm drink like heated milk, hot chocolate or herbal tea can help to relax you. A cool body temperature can help you get to sleep, so making sure your room isn't overheated or showering (because then you warm up in the shower and cool down when you get out) might help. Making a list of things to do the next day can help you to plan out what you need to get done and then stop worrying about it in bed. Minimising screen time with your phone or laptop can also help you to get sleepy by reducing your exposure to bright light that might keep you awake - reading a book is a better way to chill out. Listening to soothing music or focusing on your breathing when you get into bed can also help you to relax and get to sleep.
Miashay
March 1st, 2016 1:39pm
What helps me the most is making a warm cup of tea, grabbing a good book, and cuddling with my cat a few hours before bed.
Emilyle
February 8th, 2016 5:22pm
Sit back and relax do your favorite thing and don't think about anything!! Just be calm and be happy.
SingingWolf
January 5th, 2016 7:46am
For me personally I have a cup a decaf tea, either green tea or a white tea and either pick up a classic book or my journal. I make sure I turned off all my electronics and have a quiet place to sit.
bountifulMemory59
November 9th, 2015 2:47pm
It really depends on what kind of thing you enjoy Things like watching a favourite film or tv program can help,spending time with people you care about relaxation or meditation exercise craft work I hope you find something that helps I usually like to do one calm activity such as a bubble bath or listening to music Hope this helps take care 😊
Anonymous
September 14th, 2015 7:06pm
Turn the lights off. Try and listen to some relaxing music or your favorite songs. You could try and read a book or lay down.