This is the cheatsheet from my sleep hacking guide here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfeVd3qc-x8&t=70s
💡 Key Principles for a Better Snooze
- 🧊 Temperature:
- Cool = Snoozy: Warm shower → cool room. Stick hands/feet out of the blanket!
- Hot = Energized: Morning exercise or a cold shower boosts alertness.
- 🌞 Light:
- Bright & Blue = Wakey Wakey: Morning sunlight is a must!
- Warm & Dim = Zzz: Switch to cozy lamps 2–3 hours before bed.
- 🔊 Noise:
- Silent = Snooze: Earplugs or white noise = peace.
- Loud = No Sleep: Avoid nighttime chaos (your party can wait).
- 😰 Stress:
- Calm = Sleepy: Journaling + deep breathing = cortisol down, melatonin up.
- More Stress = Wide Awake: Ditch doomscrolling before bed.
🌄 Morning Routine: Rise Like a Boss
- 🚨 Wake Smart:
- Use a sleep calculator (like this) to align with light sleep phases.
- ☀️ Sunlight = Free Coffee:
- View light for 5–30 mins. It’s like plugging in your internal battery.
- ❄️ Cold Shower:
- Dopamine + adrenaline = Super Saiyan mode activated.
- 🏋️♂️ Morning Movement:
- Even a quick jump rope session signals your body: "Let’s crush it today!"
- 🥚 Breakfast Hack:
- Think protein + healthy fats: Eggs + avocado + whole-grain toast.
- Delay caffeine by 90 mins for max energy without the crash.
🌞 Afternoon Tips: Stay Sharp, Skip the Nap
- 🚫 No Naps: Sleep pressure = better snooze tonight. Try NSDR to relax mid-day.
- ☀️ Light Activity: Get moving outside or open the curtains for a natural light boost.
- 💧 Hydrate: Water’s your bestie—stop guzzling an hour before bed though!
🌇 Evening Routine: Set the Mood