How Sleep And Anxiety Are Connected

If you're anything like me, as you fall asleep you are continuously thinking about things that make you anxious. You worry about the smallest of things, blowing them out of proportion due to your anxiety, which then results in your lack of sleep.

Fun fact- sleep deprivation can worsen anxiety, spurring a negative cycle of sleep insomnia and anxiety. Excess worry and fear makes it harder to not only fall asleep, but stay asleep. So how can you reduce your anxiety to in turn better your sleep? Keep reading.

Affirmations Before Bed

This allows you to take ownership of your thoughts and create space in your mind so you can fall asleep with ease.

CBD

Personally, I am a fan of CBD before bed. It helps me feel relaxed and I have a calm, deep sleep.

Essential Oils/Diffusers

If you aren't a fan of CBD, I find using a diffuser can also be helpful to create a calm environment that lulls you into a calm sleep. Chamomile and lavender essential oils are great scents to calm you down!