It’s about time people are starting to realize that sleep is a huge positive for our mental, emotional and physical well being. After all, it’s practically a natural steroid. It heals your muscles after a long workout. When you are sick, your body demands it. When you don’t get enough of it, you’re more likely to lose mental functionality and see a reduction in basic motor skills. But in a world increasingly busy and chaotic, how do we unplug and get that ever important, sometimes elusive 7-8 hours of regular sleep? It starts by having the right environment conducive to it and the right products to get you there.
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Below is a quick hit list of products you need to get your sleeping game in order.
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Dyson Humidifier
One of the keys to a good night sleep is the ability to breathe in clean air. With all sorts of dust and other molecules in the air, invest in a product that can help purify 99.97% of particles and hygienically humidifies an entire room. The Dyson Purifier Humidify + Cool is exactly what you’re looking for.
Henrie Pillow
Where you rest your head and how you do so is the difference between waking up rested or waking up sore. An adjustable pillow filled with a custom blend of chopped CertiPUR-US® memory foam and premium kapok (a natural fibre that grows in pods on its namesake tree) might be just what you need for that extra boost of relaxation. An extra firm and completely adjustable fill lets you find the best loft to support your neck, suitable for all bodies and sleeping positions. The Henrie pillow also features a breathable, removable organic cotton outer cover that’s machine washable.
Hush Weighted Blanket
After a long day of work, and life for that matter, any stress and anxiety you may be feeling won’t just disappear on its own. Rather it will carry with you into your bed so your mind can run wild with thoughts and emotions. The Hush Weighted Blanket, which comes with a cooling feature, feels like a gentle hug, all night long. Mimicking a therapeutic technique called Deep Pressure Stimulation (DPS), this gentle pressure reduces cortisol (stress hormone) while increasing serotonin (happy hormone) and melatonin (sleepy hormone).
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Oura Ring
The one ring to rule them all. But seriously, if you’re looking for a smart wearable product that doesn’t take up much real-estate, consider the Oura ring. The sleek comfortable design allows for seamless usage and will do wonders in monitoring your sleep patterns. Wake up to in-depth analysis about your deep sleep, light sleep, REM sleep, blood oxygen levels and more.
Feature image by Adi Goldstein
