How Technology Can Help Improve Your Sleep

Last updated on June 1, 2024

It will sound weird at first but the same thing that disrupts you can help you cope – technology.

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As of today, people have associated tech and the internet somewhat negatively, especially when it comes to sleep. Well, I am not denying that it hasn’t done any wrong but my point is that it can significantly improve our lives and sleep, if and only if we know how to go about it.

Sleep trackers, blue-light eliminators, and smart mattresses among others are a few bits of tech pieces that can improve your sleep. Let’s discover more about how you can improve your sleep schedule with the help of technology. 

What’s Coming Up…

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What’s Coming Up…

Strap a Sleep Tracker Around Your Wrist

The first thing whether you improve your sleep, or your relationships should be knowing yourself. Well, for today is knowing your sleep patterns. You really can’t do it manually (unless you ask someone to spy on you all night) so a better way to go is a sleep tracker.

A sleep companion – the sleep tracker that detects how well you sleep, how long you sleep, and when you get restless during sleep. Slap it on your wrist, and you’ve got a little bedtime detective giving you the inside scoop on your sleep pattern. 

It’s like having a sleep-savvy buddy quietly working through the night to enhance your sleep. All in all, you will get to know your sleep pattern better before you move on to implementing the next steps.

Level up Your Bedroom Environment

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Level up Your Bedroom Environment

You might live in a city that is hustling and bustling even at night. 

The noise from the nearby vehicles, the music around the downtown, and maybe your annoying neighbors, all can add to an inconducive sleep environment. While some of them are under your control, the rest is just beyond your hands.

So, do you leave the situation like that and keep your sleep inferior? 

No. There is a solution in sound conditioners. They are devices that take the noise from around the environment and muzzle it into a quiet hum. Not just that, they can produce sleep-inducing sounds like rain, waves, or birds chirping. 

To top that environment up, air purifiers can be used to reduce the contaminated air in your bedroom. Such poor-quality air can lead to restlessness caused by increased heartbeats. It’s better to purify your bedroom air before you head up to tuck yourself in a soft blanket.

After you have checked all the other boxes, the next step would be temperature. 

The temperature of your body should be reduced for thermoregulation and sound sleep. In case, you’ll be using an air purifier, there is no need for an air conditioner. Instead, you can use a smart mattress that can automatically detect your sleep pattern and adjust the temperature of your bed accordingly. 

Last but not least, connect them all with your home WiFi. Just make sure you have a sound WiFi that can effectively connect all your devices for a supreme sleeping experience. 

If you doubt your WiFi will struggle then there’s no point of these smart devices. On such an account, I have been using Xfinity Internet to have my smart home devices work seamlessly. Xfinity is considered one of the most reliable ISPs in the US with sure-fire network security, flexible plans, and Xfinity customer service is very responsive.

Use Smart Lighting in Your Home

Harsh lighting that mimics sunlight can be sleep dismissal. It releases chemicals in your body that make it feel like it’s still the day. As a result, your body doesn’t get sleepy enough for a good night’s sleep. So, how do you deal with it?

Enter smart lighting – your new sleep-friendly device. No more abrupt switches from blinding brightness to pitch darkness. Instead, let your lights mimic the natural shift from day to night, gently guiding you toward a sound sleep. It’s like a subtle nudge, reminding your body that it’s time to wind down.

The Takeaway

So, in exploring how technology and a touch of innovation can redefine your sleep experience, we’ve covered the gadgets that turn your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary. From the wrist-hugged sleep tracker to the noise-taming wonders and the calming influence of smart lighting, these are tools for your path to better sleep. No more tossing and turning – just a world where tech and tranquility coexist in perfect harmony.

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