Tips For a Good Night's Sleep Stick to a bedtime that gives you optimum rest. Deal with worries before you try to sleep. Reserve 30 minutes in the early evening to jot down your concerns - and how to address them. Once you identify solutions, you'll be less inclined to fret. Avoid caffeine after dinner.
Caffeine is a well-known cause of sleeplessness, found in cola, tea, cocoa, as well as in coffee.
Nicotine can cause shallow sleeping and sleeplessness. Have a healthful bedtime snack. Try a small glass of milk and a piece of fruit. Experiments show that people sleep better if they aren't hungry. Some people work too hard at getting to sleep.