How to Get to Sleep Quicker

Picture this: You slip between silky sheets, the room is a perfect temperature, and within minutes, you're drifting into the most blissful sleep imaginable. No tossing, no turning—just effortless, luxurious rest. Sounds like a dream? Not anymore. Here’s some tips on how to sleep quicker.

1. Set the Stage to Sleep Quicker

Sleep is a performance, and your bedroom is the stage. Keep it cool (experts suggest 16°C - 18°C for optimal sleep but here at Snoozing Angel we say to bump it up by 1 or 2 degrees on those cold winter nights). Keep the room dark (hello, blackout curtains), and quiet (or invest in a white noise machine). According to the National Sleep Foundation, a calming sleep environment can cut the time it takes to doze off in half.

2. Indulge in a Nighttime Ritual

Your brain loves routine. Wind down and get to sleep quicker with a luxe ritual—perhaps a warm bath infused with lavender oil, a cup of chamomile tea, five minutes of deep breathing or a restful pillow spray. Research in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that aromatherapy, particularly lavender, improves sleep quality and reduces the time it takes to fall asleep.

3. Dress the Part

Slip into breathable, high-thread-count pajamas or, better yet, nothing at all. According to a study in Chronobiology International, cooler body temperatures signal to your brain that it's time to sleep, so ditching heavy fabrics can actually help you snooze faster.

4. Upgrade Your Mattress & Bedding

Getting to sleep quicker starts with the right foundation. A high-quality mattress and temperature-regulating sheets can make the difference between staring at the ceiling and sinking into instant slumber. Memory foam, hybrid, or organic latex—choose what cradles you best.

5. The 4-7-8 Method: Your Sleep Hack

Developed by Dr. Andrew Weil, the 4-7-8 breathing technique is a game-changer. Inhale for four seconds, hold for seven, exhale for eight. Repeat. It slows your heart rate, relaxes your nervous system, and lulls you into sleep faster than counting sheep ever could.

6. Cut the Caffeine (and the Nightcap)

That post-dinner espresso? Big mistake. Caffeine lingers in your system for hours, disrupting sleep patterns. And while that nightcap might make you drowsy, Alcohol Health & Research World states that it disrupts REM sleep, making you wake up groggy. Stick to herbal tea or warm almond milk instead.

7. Power Down Like a Pro

Blue light from screens suppresses melatonin—the hormone responsible for sleep. Turn off devices at least an hour before bed, or if you must scroll, use blue-light-blocking glasses. As Harvard Medical School reports, blue light exposure delays sleep and reduces quality rest.

8. Mind Over Mattress

Racing thoughts keeping you up? Try progressive muscle relaxation—tighten and release each muscle group, from your toes to your temples. Or journal your worries away before bed; studies show this simple act can clear your mind and help you fall asleep faster.

The Final Word

Sleeping quicker isn’t just a dream—it’s a lifestyle upgrade. Optimize your space, indulge in soothing rituals, and make sleep a true luxury. Because let’s be real: nothing says ‘high performance’ like waking up well-rested, radiant, and ready to conquer the day.

Now, off to bed—you've got some premium sleep to catch.

Sources: National Sleep Foundation, The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, Chronobiology International, Alcohol Health & Research World, Harvard Medical School