3 things successful people do before going to sleep
Posted on: 21/Mar/2016 9:44:52 AM
Research has shown that the very last thing you do before bed, tends to have a significant impact on your mood and energy level the next morning. Here are a few things that successful people do before going to sleep.
The most common thing successful people do before going to bed is read. Says an international business speaker and bestselling author, (I know) numerous business leaders who block off time just before bed for reading, going so far as to schedule it as a non-negotiable item on their calendar. This isn`t necessarily reserved just for business reading or inspirational reading. Many successful people find value in being browsers of information from a variety of sources, believing it helps fuel greater creativity and passion in their lives.
Reading could also include catching up on news stories, skimming blogs, or browsing.
Successful people clear their minds before going to bed. One way is to make a to do list for the next day. Says the author, Clearing the mind for a good night sleep is critical for a lot of successful people. Often they will take this time to write down a list of any unattended items to address the following day, so these thoughts dont end up invading their head space during the night.
According to a leading organisational psychologist, spending time with the family is also a good habit before bed. He says, Its important to make some time to chat with your partner, talk to your kids, or play with your dog. This is a common practice among the highly successful. I realise not everyone can go to bed at the same time as his or her partner, but if you can, it’s a great way to connect and talk about your days.
Lastly, they reflect on the day. Says the international speaker, Many successful people take the time just before bed to reflect on, or to write down, three things they are appreciative of that happened that day. Keeping a gratitude journal also reminds people of the progress they made that day in any aspect of their life, which in turn serves as a key way to stay motivated, especially when going through a challenging period. Taking a few moments to think about what went right over the course of the day can put you in a positive, grateful mood.
