We carry a sleep debt in our sleep debt bank account and any debt must be repaid. Sleep loss does not dissipate by itself overtime, therefore, napping is a good idea if we cannot get adequate nocturnal sleep. However, naps should be brief so they do not interfere with getting to sleep at nighttime. It's just enough time to refresh those of us who are feeling sleepy during the two to four p.m. midday trough in alertness. What do you say to people whose minds begin to race, just as they fall asleep.
Sleep becomes imposible as questions and plans, etc are delt with.
ET Most of us go to bed with the day's concerns and tomorrow's expectations on our mind. There are a number of ways to establish a bedtime routine that will help reduce the activity of the mind for sleep. First, and foremost, try to reduce stress in your life, by proper time management. Excercise, proper diet, avoidance of alcohol near bedtime, and a warm bath help get to sleep. Establish a bedtime ritual of reading for pleasure before turning out the lights.