Hi First name / there,
Last week, we talked about how sleep is your body’s best defense against disease, stress, impaired cognitive function, and mental health… Seems pretty serious, right?
Today, we want to help you implement practical strategies for getting better, restorative sleep to optimize physical, emotional, and mental function.
But the techniques that may work best for you can be optimized for your specific dosha.
If you know your dominant dosha, try these specific sleep measures. If you don’t, we’ve also included a few universal sleep-benefiting measures associated with holistic health interventions.
For Kapha Doshas:
- Get 6-7 hours of sleep
- Rise before the sun
- Don’t take naps or oversleep
- Stay physically active throughout the day
For Vata Doshas
- Begin your bedtime routine by 9:30
- Use a weighted blanket
- Aim for 8-9 hours of sleep
- Start winding down early with gentle exercise
- Minimize screen use in the evenings
For Pitta Doshas
- Get 7-8 hours of rest
- Avoid spicy food
- Skip screen use in the evening
- Try a weighted blanket and cozy socks
- Aromatherapy may also accelerate sleep
Other universal recommendations that promote better sleep include waking up before the sun, practicing movement as a regular part of your routine, eating foods that match the season, eating foods to match your dominant dosha, practicing breathing exercises before bed, and meditating before bed.
Simple shifts like these can significantly impact the quality and effectiveness of your sleep.
Better sleep means better health. Better mental function. Better emotional awareness. Better energy output.
Better sleep means a better life.
While the entirety of your health journey may not be that simple, it can be significantly improved by pulling a few strategic holistic levers.
What will you try first?
Until next week,
