Did you know that the average American spends over 4 hours per day watching television?! That sounds crazy, but it's true - and what's more disturbing is that in a 65-year life (probably won't live much longer than that if you're sitting on your ass this much) that average person will have spent 9 solid years in front of their idiot box! To someone who spends an average of 4 hours per month watching TV (me), it's insanity...but there is some hope (kind of). Trends are showing that people are shifting their TV time to other forms of electronic devices and media (Facebook, YouTube, Hulu on iPhones, tablets, etc.), and this is especially true with younger audiences, according to Nielsen studies. There is more good news - we have more options than ever before with the rise of Netflix, HBO Go, and more. Are you ready (and able) to pull the plug on cable?
Read moreSleep Better Now (Part 4) - The Bedtime Ritual
Evenings and nights should be a time to relax, hang out with family or friends, indulge in a hobby or form of entertainment… Generally, just some time for yourself to unwind from the day. Just like my mornings, my nightly ritual takes up a set amount of time. This organized set of habits has enabled me to end my day strong, wind down completely, and fall asleep the moment my head hits the pillow...
Read moreSleep Better Now (Part 3) - Your Sleep Sanctuary
In the first part of this series of articles on sleep, I discussed the “team no sleep” culture, my own former bad sleep habits, the wonderful benefits of getting great sleep, and the dangers of not getting enough. I also went into detail explaining my morning ritual and how it sets me up for not only a great day, but for an excellent night’s sleep. In the second part of this series, I explained how significant of a role diet plays in sleep, what foods I consume for a great night’s sleep, the importance of a “caffeine curfew”, and the sleep aids I use to get the deepest, most restorative sleep of my life. In this part of Sleep Better Now, I will introduce you to my “sleep sanctuary” and share with you what you need (and don't need) in your bedroom to get the best sleep ever.
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