Tips for Daylight Saving Time

Gradually Adjust Your Schedule – The timing of other daily activities, such as meals and exercise, can also be gradually adjusted.

Sleep Well Beforehand – An important step in preparing for daylight saving time is getting quality sleep beforehand.

Consider Relaxation Techniques – At any time of year, relaxation methods, ranging from basic deep breathing to mindfulness meditation, can bring calm to your mind and body and make it easier to smoothly transition into sleep.

Set Your Clocks Before Bed – This helps you hit the ground running and avoid any timing mishaps on Sunday.

Prioritize Daylight Exposure – Natural light – even on a cloudy day, natural light has a dramatically larger effect on circadian rhythm than artificial indoor lighting.

Take Precautions in Case of Sleep Disruption – Try not to overload your schedule on the Sunday or Monday after the time shift in case you’re suffering from daytime sleepiness.

Upgrade Your Sleep Hygiene – It’s much easier to get consistent sleep if you have healthy habits and a bedroom environment that is conducive to sleep

Eat a Healthy Diet – Eating well is vital for overall health, and proper nutrition is tied to sleep as well.

Strategic Napping – Keeping a nap under 20 minutes can boost your alertness without causing grogginess after you wake up.

Many people feel refreshed and more alert thanks to this extra hour of sleep.

However, those who are chronically sleep-deprived cannot erase their total sleep debt after one night.

Instead, the end of DST can be an opportunity to improve your sleep habits and get an adequate amount of rest each night.