The benefits of reading before bed

The things that you do right before you go to bed can impact your sleep quality and quantity. This makes it important to find activities that relax your body and mind, and prepare you for a great night of sleep.

Some people like to do stretches while others prefer to meditate. These are great bedtime activities but there’s another important one…reading!

Grabbing a book before bed provides a number of benefits, including:

• Enhanced relaxation
• Better sleep quality
• Easier to get to sleep
• Lower stress
• Improved concentration

Keep a book by your bedside and make a conscious effort to read for at least 10 minutes before you go to sleep each night. In a few weeks see if you notice improvements in your sleep quality and quantity, as well as your overall quality of life.