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4 simple steps to reset your sleep routine | Mindful Chef x Rituals
By Olivia Parker
With so much going on in the world right now, getting a good night’s sleep has never been more important. We're such big believers in a quality night's sleep, that we even dedicated an entire chapter of our cookbook Mindful Chef Eat Well Live Better to recipes that promote better sleep.
Quality sleep enables us to wake up refreshed, recharged, and ready for a new day whatever it may throw at us, with proven benefits for both our physical and mental wellbeing.
With that in mind, our good friends at Rituals have created a range inspired by the ancient Chinese concept of Jing, representing calmness and tranquillity, infused with ingredients that promote a better night’s sleep.
Inspired by The Ritual of Jing, discover 4 steps to reset your sleep routine below.
Relax
Start your evening routine with a relaxing shower, to wash away the day and bring a moment of calm. Using The Ritual of Jing Shower Oil, apply the oil onto damp skin and massage in, using circular motions, until it transforms into a silky soft foam. Take a deep breath and enjoy the long-lasting fragrance of lavender and sacred wood. Once you are out of the shower, massage a rich body cream into your skin.
Unplug
Ideally, an hour before bed, put your phone away so you’re not tempted to reach for it. Phones are a source of blue light that, like the sun, actually sends a physiological cue to your brain to become alert. Instead of scrolling, use this time to massage The Ritual of Jing nourishing hand mask into your skin.
Wind Down
Another part of a soothing bedtime routine can be reading a book or practicing meditation, which could include sitting for a few moments in a quiet place and focusing on your breath or heartbeat - the Calm app can give you a helping hand if you don't know where to start. Create a calm atmosphere by spraying a pillow mist on your bedding. Our tip? Use the spray before brushing your teeth to give the fragrance enough time to permeate your bedroom perfectly.
Consistency
To reap the benefits of your nightly routine try to stick to the same bedtime every evening. Find a routine that suits you and commit to practicing it night in, night out. In time, you’ll find that you’ll be able to drift off into a deeper sleep with ease. Sounds dreamy, right?
Want to reset your sleep routine? Discover Rituals The Ritual of Jing Sleep collection at RITUALS.COM.
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