Popular Sleep Articles

Mindfulness sleep exercises for a more peaceful slumber

Many things have changed our ability to sleep. From technology (and that dreaded blue light) never leaving our side, to a world full of news that brings about plenty of stress, there are a variety of reasons why people might have trouble falling asleep each night. And...

How to sleep when you have coronavirus (COVID-19)

Please note that this article has general advice only. If you are unwell, have a high fever or are struggling to breathe, visit your doctor or health care professional immediately. This article is intended to help people with a mild respiratory illness to get...

What you need to know about a new mattress return policy

If you’re trying to get a good night’s sleep, there are few things more important than having the right mattress. When you finally convince yourself to get rid of your old mattress and replace it with a new, more comfortable model, it’s important to know exactly what...

6 Tips for a good night’s sleep in a hotel

Different people adapt to new situations in different ways, including sleeping in a hotel room. While some of us find it easy to fall into a deep slumber in a hotel, others don’t. Luckily, there are a number of ways to overcome this problem. Below is a list of six...

How Work Stress Interferes With Good Sleep

Have you been experiencing trouble sleeping? If so, has your work been stressful lately? More and more Australians are failing to take their much needed annual leave, as we become a nation of workaholics. This can lead to extra stress, which can affect your ability to...

The best natural remedies for sleep

Sleep can be elusive to say the least. But, it's importance for overall health cannot be overestimated. If you are one of the many Australian adults who suffers from insomnia, then this article is for you. We have compiled a list of the best natural remedies for...

Tips to combat insomnia in seniors

Seniors experience insomnia at a much higher rate than their younger counterparts. Generally, it’s not falling asleep that is the problem, but rather staying asleep. Whether it’s to use the restroom or grab a glass of water, once awake, seniors have a hard time...

Surprising facts about the importance of sleep

Sleep is vital for a person's overall health and well-being. The average human being sleeps for up to one third of their life. It is hard to overestimate the importance of sleep. Our body needs rest just as it needs food and exercise. There are a number of reasons...

Meditation for sleep: Does it really work?

The following is an explanation of meditation for sleep by meditation expert, Cameron Wright. For as long as I can remember, I’ve had problems with my sleep. As a child, I’d find it so difficult to get to sleep, often lying in bed for hours and hours wide...

5 surprising benefits of sleeping naked

When it comes to listing the things that prevent you from getting a good night's sleep, clothes might not be the first thing that you think of. You might consider that the position you sleep in, or even your perpetual habit of grinding your teeth each night causes...

Float your way to better sleep

You may have heard about float tanks lately. Float tanks go by a number of names; floation tank, flotation tank, and sensory deprivation tank seem to be the most common. Their recent rise in popularity indicates that the health benefits of float tanks are very...

The effects of teeth grinding on a good night’s sleep

A staggering 50% of the population will experience a prolonged period of teeth grinding (also called bruxism) at some stage or another, and most won’t even know it! For most people, unless someone catches them in the act, they’re often completely unaware that they...