How I Finally Fixed My Sleep – and How You Can Too

I was telling you in my morning routine how sleep has been a struggle for me for such a long time, and how fixing it has been a total game changer for my daily life. Before, I’d struggle for hours to fall asleep and could only find some peace in the early morning, which turned all my days into a mess. If you already have a good sleep routine, please don’t change anything — it’s too precious to be messed up with. But if, like me, you have a hard time falling asleep, here are a few things that really helped me and might help you too.

🛏️ 1. First Thing First — Make It Feel Good

I’d be lying if I said this helps me sleep directly, but it definitely helps me feel good with myself. I bought myself nice bed sheets and cute pajamas, and I built a little bedtime routine around it. Sometimes I light a candle before bed if I feel like it, I do my skincare, and when I finally go to bed, I’m genuinely happy to do so — because my bed looks cozy and I look hot. Laugh at me if you want, I don’t care. These things matter to me, and they set the right mood for a peaceful night. Feeling comfortable, confident, and clean before bed makes a huge difference in how relaxed I am when I lie down.

☁️ 2. The Game Changer: A Mattress Topper

This one changed everything. I used to be like the princess and the pea, feeling every uncomfortable detail in my mattress. Then I got a mattress topper, and honestly, it’s like sleeping on a cloud. It completely transformed my sleep quality and the way I wake up. No more waking up sore, no more tossing around trying to find a comfortable spot. Investing in comfort is one of the most underrated forms of self-care — and part of the whole glow-up and personal growth journey is learning to treat yourself with small things that actually make your life softer.

📱 3. My Digital Detox (Kind Of)

After a certain hour, I only use my phone for one purpose: dumping my thoughts out. I used to play games or chat with people late at night, which always left me either too excited or too bothered to sleep. When it was finally time to rest, my mind was all over the place — ruminating, replaying conversations, or just scrolling endlessly. Now I use my Notion journal to write everything down. I spend a few minutes dumping my thoughts, frustrations, and emotions so I can clear my head and go to bed more peacefully. It’s a small but powerful practice that’s helped me grow emotionally and stop taking the day’s energy into my sleep.

And yes, I know some people say it’s not ideal, but I still read or watch something before bed. It keeps my mind busy enough to actually fall asleep. The key is choosing something calm — a sweet show, a chill YouTube video, or grabbing your Kindle to read a few pages. As long as it relaxes you instead of stimulating you, it can work wonders.

🌿 4. Magnesium and Melatonine — My Secret Combo

We already talked about this, but honestly, what truly saved me are magnesium and melatonine. I’m not a doctor — please don’t take anything without checking with yours first — but for me, these two simple things have been a real game changer. Magnesium helps me calm down and ease my anxiety, while melatonine knock me off and allows me to fall asleep faster. And I swear, now that I can actually sleep, my mornings and days feel completely different. I’m more focused, calmer, and I finally have the energy to keep working on myself and my personal growth. It’s crazy how something as basic as sleep can completely change the way you show up for your life.

😅 5. The New Issue: Waking Up to Pee

Recently, I’ve been facing a new issue — I keep waking up in the middle of the night to pee. Does that happen to you too? And if so, do you have a solution? Or is it just… aging? 😂 Anyway, share your own sleep tips in the comments — they might help someone else struggling with the same thing. We’re all just trying to grow, glow, and get a full night of sleep, right?

💭 Fixing my sleep didn’t happen overnight (pun intended), but with these small changes, bedtime has become one of the most peaceful parts of my day. Creating a cozy environment, calming your mind, and listening to what your body needs are real acts of self-love. If you’re struggling with sleep, try a few of these — you might just find your own version of calm nights and glowing mornings. Because part of the glow-up journey isn’t just about skincare or routines — it’s about learning how to rest, reset, and recharge.

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