Every month, more than 74,000 people search “how to fall asleep fast” on Google, hoping for that elusive trick to drift off quickly.
Here’s the plot twist: The most effective sleep habits have nothing to do with what happens in bed—and everything to do with what you do from the moment you wake up.
1. Prioritize Regularity Over Length
When it comes to improving sleep, most people focus on getting the recommended seven to nine hours a night. But sleep regularity—as in going to bed and waking up at consistent times—may be even more important than duration alone.
Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
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Rachel Melegrito worked as an occupational therapist, specializing in neurological cases. Melegrito also taught university courses in basic sciences and professional occupational therapy. She earned a master's degree in childhood development and education in 2019. Since 2020, Melegrito has written extensively on health topics for various publications and brands.
