Sleeping

Why do you need to sleep?

According to experts, most teenagers need 8 to 10 hours of sleep every night. Why is adequate sleep important?

It helps to keep your mind sharp. Sleep is called "brain food." This will help you to excel in school, in sports, and in solving problems.

It helps to improve your disposition and mood. People who lack sleep are more likely to be moody, sad or depressed, and find it difficult to get along with others.

This helps you to be more careful in driving. A study in the United States showed that drivers ages 16 to 24 were “almost twice as likely to fall asleep at the time of the collision” as compared to drivers aged 40 to 59.

It helps you to be healthier. Sleep helps your body maintain and repair cells, tissues, and nerves. Your chances of gaining weight, having diabetes, and having a stroke will also decrease.

If the cellphone needs to be charged to continue working, you also need to get enough sleep to get in good condition

Why can not you sleep?

Despite the benefits we have mentioned, many teenagers still do not get enough sleep. For example, 16-year-old Elaine says:

“Ma’am asked our class what time we slept. Most answered about two in the morning. Others are around five in the morning. Only one said 9:30 pm. ”

What hinders your sleep?

Socializing. “It is very easy to stay up late and waste time, especially on the nights we spend together as friends.” - Pamela.

Responsibility. “I love to sleep, but I have so much to do.” - Ana.

Gadgets. “Because of my cellphone, I lacked sleep. I can't let go even when I'm in bed. ”- Anisa.

How do you get enough sleep?

Find out how important sleep is to you. The Bible says: “Better is a handful of rest than a double handful of hard work and striving after the wind.” (Ecclesiastes 4: 6) You need sleep; this is not just a whim. If you lack sleep, the quality of your work, as well as your leisure activities, will be affected!

Find out the main reason why you lack sleep. For example, do you stay up all night with your friends? Is your homework and homework piled up? Do you wake up because of your cellphone, or do you wake up because of it?

To think about: Strive to overcome the root cause of sleep deprivation. It's worth it. “The plans of the diligent one surely make for advantage,” states Proverbs 21: 5.

Of course, every person has a different situation. For example, some say that they sleep better at night when they fall asleep in the afternoon. But for others, the effect is the opposite. Find out what is best for you. These suggestions can help you:

Take time to relax. If you relax before going to bed, you are more likely to fall asleep right away.

“It is good for you to finish your chores and other responsibilities early so that you will not have to worry about going to bed.” - Maria.

Take positive steps. Instead of controlling the situation, control your schedule so that you can get enough sleep.

“I have to sleep at least eight hours every night. So if I have to get up earlier, I count to find out what time I should go to bed. ”- Vincent.

Do not be fickle. Our body has its own clock, but it will only work if you train. Experts advise not to change your bedtime and waking hours. Try it for a month, and you will find that you feel better.

“If you sleep at the same time every night, you will wake up better the next day. It will help you to do your best. ”- Jared.

Be reasonable in leisure. The Bible says that we should have “control over [our] conduct,” including recreation. — 1 Timothy 3: 2, 11.

“I need to limit leisure at night. If not, I have something to sacrifice — my sleep! ”- Rebecca.

"Sleep" your cellphone too! About an hour before you go to bed, avoid the Internet, and when it is late at night, stop texting your friends. In fact, according to experts, because of the type of light coming from a cellphone, TV, or tablet, you may find it more difficult to fall asleep.

“People expect you to always be available. But you have to put your cell phone away so you can get enough rest. ”- Julissa.

Good sleep habits can help you fall asleep. Not getting enough sleep is linked to many chronic diseases and conditions. It can also lead to motor vehicle crashes and work errors.

Incorporating these habits will help improve your sleep:

Be consistent. Sleep at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every morning, including on the weekends.

Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, relaxed and at a comfortable temperature.

Remove electronic devices, such as TVs, computers and smart phones, from the bedroom.

Avoid large meals, caffeine and alcohol before bed.

Get exercise. Being physically active during the day will help you fall asleep more easily at night.