Like them or not, new year’s resolutions serve a great purpose. They are a positive acknowledgment, no matter how small, that we can always commit to improving ourselves and our everyday lives. And that decision to try to better ourselves is never a waste of time. After more than 50 years of creating the highest quality luxury products that help customers improve the look of their homes and enrich the quality of their lives, we’ve discovered one new year’s resolution that’s easy to keep, relates to everyone, and can affect many aspects of our lives in meaningful, positive ways. It’s the resolution to get a better night’s sleep.
This resolution applies to all of us. No matter who you are, where you live, or what you aspire to, we all need sleep. When we don’t get enough, or the quality of our sleep is lacking, our minds and bodies suffer. Poor sleep can also negatively affect other areas of our lives causing fatigue, mood swings, stress, and other deterrents to becoming our best selves. And because the quality of our sleep is connected to the different ways we feel and interact with the world, resolving to improve it can have a powerful trickledown effect. By resolving to improve this one thing, we can start improving other areas of our life. And in doing so, we may discover that we’ve also succeeded in unlocking the benefits of other new year’s resolutions that will help further improve the richness and quality of our everyday life.
The resolution to have more energy
A classic new year’s resolution—and for good reason. People often resolve to find ways to have more energy so they can do more of the things that make life enjoyable, spend more time with the people they love, and perhaps open the door to trying something new. By resolving to get a better sleep, we naturally wake with more energy. Those mid-day crashes won’t crash, fresh mental clarity cuts through the fog, and we feel sharper, stronger, and happier. Plus, that added energy has a positive effect that will radiate through our days and nights in a variety of beneficial ways.
The resolution to get more exercise
One of the most popular resolutions people make each year is to exercise more and get fit. This usually results in a new gym membership card. or exercise machine, both unlikely to find much use. That is, until we have the energy and mental fortitude to commit to them properly. By achieving a better sleep, our minds and bodies feel stronger and more energized. Continue to foster and nurture this healthy change, and workouts won’t seem so unapproachable, that gym class may feel more doable. Not only does resolving to get a better sleep mean the physical act of exercise will be more achievable, but mentally we’ll be on our way to creating definitive routines where we will repeatedly see and feel the benefits.
The resolution to manage stress better
One of the most common causes of poor sleep is stress. And a lack of sleep just exacerbates our stress levels so that by the time we do sleep, instead of waking up refreshed and restored, we carry that stress into the next day. This vicious cycle continues and can have a very negative effect on our mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. Since reducing stress is one of the most popular resolutions people make each year and resolving to get a better sleep put us in a better position to achieve that, it’s a no brainer.
The resolution to be happier
It doesn’t need to be a new year for this resolution. Every one of us holds this goal close to our hearts whether we’ve officially declared it or not. It’s something we’re always striving for, and while finding more happiness is not something that comes easily, we know for a fact that establishing a healthier, more satisfying sleep routine each night will help us achieve it that much faster. Science has proven over and over that a good night’s sleep can improve our mood, increase levels of optimism, boost positivity, and yes make us happier overall. This is why we always say it’s so important to have the right bedding. The right level of comfort, the temp in the room, and the way it feels when in it all play a part in how we feel when we leave it. And when we combine cozy comforts with colors and designs that positively appeal to our psyche and inspire, we’re putting ourselves in a prime position to be happier. Just remember, the decision to be happier starts with you.
As for other popular resolutions like eating better, saving money, and other changes we aspire to make to better ourselves, the long-term result of a proper sleep will keep you sharper, more energized, and more empowered to change all the things in your life you want to. Once you change one thing, you’ll find it gets easier to change something else. And when you feel the bliss and joy of beautiful sleep, everything becomes more possible.
Now that you know how beneficial is it to resolve improve your sleep, how do you do this? The first step to getting a good night’s sleep is making sure you are surrounding yourself in the softest, most comforting fabrics and materials. A quality set of sheets and bedding in styles and colors that contribute to your positive mental and physical wellness will do wonders to improving your sleep. Explore our entire collection of luxury bedding or take our helpful bedding quiz to find the set that’s right for you.
Establishing a proper sleep routine is also key. Finding out what works to get you in a sleepy state of mind is important to keep consistent and make your rest time more effective. To help establish your best sleep routine, follow some of our helpful blogs including sleep hacks, expert sleeping tips, and knowing what habits to avoid before bed.
And as always, if you still have questions on what bedding or sleep methods are best suited for you, simply contact us and someone from our Schweitzer Linen family will be happy to help in any way.
Once you’ve resolved to achieve a more restful sleep through the right luxury bedding and the right routines, you’ll start seeing and feeling the life-changing benefits. Here’s to a happy, healthy, and much more restful new year!