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7 Tips for Quality Sleep Amidst the Covid-19 Corona Virus Pandemic

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Kapanlagi.com - The pandemic of corona virus covid-19 has caused excessive worry for some people. This situation can disrupt sleep quality due to anxiety and fear. For those of you who experience this condition, it is important to know tips for quality sleep in the midst of the corona virus pandemic covid-19.

Sleep is the body's way of resting from various activities. This condition is naturally possessed by every living creature, including humans who spend one-third of their lives sleeping.

Sleeping is a mandatory habit that everyone must have to maintain their health. In the midst of the corona virus covid-19 pandemic, some people experience sleep disturbances, resulting in poor sleep quality.

Fears and worries such as limited contact with loved ones, fear of contracting the corona virus covid-19, stagnant work, and other problems are experienced by some people. If this condition continues, it can cause a decrease in the immune system, where the immune system is very important in fighting the corona virus covid-19. How to maintain better quality sleep?

There are 7 tips for quality sleep in the midst of the corona virus pandemic that you can do. What are they, let's find out below.

 

1. Set a Schedule and Maintain Routine Activities

The Covid-19 corona virus pandemic has caused changes in the activities of every individual. Among them are spending more time at home, limited activities, and even experiencing drastic changes in life.

No matter how life changes amidst the Covid-19 corona virus pandemic, you must still maintain quality sleep. The way to do it is actually quite easy, which is to rearrange your schedule and give enough time for your body to rest.

If you work in the morning, wake up at the same time as when you work. Carry out routine activities regularly, just like in normal conditions before being in the midst of the Covid-19 corona virus pandemic.

2. Do Not Oversleep in the Afternoon

Amid the COVID-19 corona virus pandemic, try not to oversleep in the afternoon. You may find it a bit difficult not to take a nap in the afternoon, as most activities are done at home. However, try not to oversleep in the afternoon as much as possible.

If you really want to take a nap, limit it to 15 to 20 minutes only. This is to ensure better sleep quality at night. Usually, those who oversleep in the afternoon will feel awake at night. This situation can disrupt sleep quality.

3. Do Not Exercise Before Sleep

Exercise is indeed important during the COVID-19 corona virus pandemic. Exercise can help maintain good physical health. However, it is not recommended to exercise before bedtime.

Exercising before sleep can make it difficult for you to fall asleep. Therefore, it is better to exercise in the morning to achieve maximum health benefits. In fact, regular exercise in the morning can help overcome insomnia.

4. Limiting Consumption of News About the Corona Covid-19 Virus

Excessive news about the corona covid-19 pandemic, especially concerning alarming, fearful, and distressing news, is best avoided. This is important to reduce anxiety levels, so as not to affect the quality of sleep.

Consumption of news about the corona covid-19 pandemic should also be limited. News about the spirit of those infected with the corona covid-19 virus can be an option. This will provide encouragement in facing this pandemic.

5. Don't Play with Your Mobile Phone Before Bed

It is advisable not to use a smartphone before bed. This will disrupt your sleep quality. Using a smartphone before bed can make you imagine things and trigger anxiety.

Such usage can become a burden on your mind and even a trigger for stress. Instead, you can engage in activities such as reading books or listening to music.

6. Reduce Caffeine Consumption

Caffeine can keep you awake. Meaning, you will have difficulty sleeping at night. This condition will greatly affect the quality of your sleep. However, try not to consume caffeine before bed.

7. Create a Comfortable Bedroom Atmosphere

A comfortable bedroom atmosphere will give you quality sleep. Before sleeping, make sure your bed is tidy, clean, and fragrant. This will help you sleep soundly.

In addition, use a little lamp light in your room. Because dark light will provide better sleep effects. The body's organs can also rest well. If the room is bright enough, some organs will continue to work. This condition can make the body not relax.

So those are 7 tips for quality sleep during the COVID-19 corona virus pandemic. In addition to paying attention to the quality of sleep, food intake and exercise should also be considered. To maintain a healthy body during the COVID-19 corona virus pandemic.

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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