Transform Your Sleep Space: 17 Strategies to Improve Sleep Quality
11 June 2024
Picture this: Despite your jam-packed schedule, you’ve still reserved enough time to unwind and relax before bed. Your bedroom is cool, calm, and dark, and you’re able to fall asleep and stay asleep without any trouble. The next morning, you manage to wake up before your alarm and feel well-rested, perhaps even energetic, and ready to take on the world.
If this sounds like a scenario you can only dream of, you’re not alone. Whether you live in a home in Kansas City, MO, an apartment in Minneapolis, MN, or a rental home in Des Moines, IA, there’s a good chance your bedroom isn’t set up for optimal rest. In fact, only about half of Americans wake up feeling well-rested. To help, we’ve gathered the 17 best tips for creating the ideal sleep environment to improve your quality of sleep so you can (finally) get a good night’s rest.
1. Declutter your room, improve sleep quality
“An organized and clutter-free space can significantly enhance sleep quality by creating a peaceful and calming atmosphere,” shares Southern Roots Organizing and Style Co., serving clients in Frisco, TX, and surrounding areas. “When your surroundings are tidy, it’s easier to relax and fall asleep, as there are fewer distractions and stressors. This sense of order can help signal to your brain that it’s time to rest, leading to more restorative sleep.”
Below, organizing and decluttering experts weigh in on best practices for keeping an organized and decluttered space.
Limit distractions
Keeping your bedroom tidy and removing any potential distractions is essential for your body to begin to relax. Ever tried to fall asleep but couldn’t clear your mind? Emily Santos, founder of Essential Organizing in Seattle, WA, recommends clearing the clutter in your bedroom. “Begin by tidying surfaces such as your dresser, nightstand, or floor, reserving items that induce calmness or serve a purpose. Discard or relocate the rest, and a helpful tip is to temporarily move items to another space for sorting, making it easier to identify what truly belongs in the bedroom.”
Invite tranquility in
“As a professional organizer, I’ve seen firsthand how transforming a cluttered bedroom into a serene sanctuary can work wonders for improving sleep quality,” explains Angela Nguyen, owner and professional organizer at Bring It Home Style in Fairfax, VA. “By creating an organized space, you invite tranquility into your life, allowing your mind to unwind and relax at the end of a busy day. So, declutter those surfaces, tidy up those closets, and let the peaceful vibes flow for a restful night’s sleep like never before.”
