Christmas Cheer!: Meditation and Wellbeing

Meditation

Meditation isn’t about becoming a different person, a new person, or even a better person. It’s about training in awareness and getting a healthy sense of perspective. You’re not trying to turn off your thoughts or feelings. You’re learning to observe them without judgment. And eventually, you may start to better understand them as well.
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Here are a few FREE meditation apps to get started:

10 Tips to a Good Night's Sleep

1. Have a regular sleep pattern - go to bed at the same time each night, wake up at the same time each morning
2. Manage your worries. Keep a journal by your bed to jot down your thoughts before you sleep
3. Wind down before you go to bed - read a book, listen to music, take a bath
4. Make sure your bedroom is comfortable - quiet and dark, and a cool (not cold) temperature
5. Avoid napping after school
6. Get adequate exercise during the day
7. Don't eat or drink late in the evening
8. Listen to calming music or a meditation 

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Sleep Hygiene

Obtaining healthy sleep is important for both physical and mental health, improving productivity and overall quality of life. Research has demonstrated that forming good habits is a central part of health. Ref.

If you have trouble falling asleep, wake up often through the night, and suffer sleepiness through the day, you are more than likely suffering from poor sleep hygiene.

Use the audio resources below the next time you are having trouble sleeping. You'll be catching zzzzzzzzzzz's in no time :)