You know that feeling when your body’s knackered but your brain’s doing cartwheels? One minute you’re yawning on the sofa, next minute you’re lying in bed overthinking that cringey thing you said in Year 9. Sound familiar?
If switching off at night feels like a mission, you’re not alone. The good news? There are some simple ways to trick your brain into chill mode — and give yourself a better shot at actual, decent sleep.
Here are a few of our favourite pre-bedtime wind-down tips. No faff, no fancy gear — just real stuff that works.
1. put your phone down
Look, we’re not here to lecture, but scrolling through TikTok until your eyes water probably isn’t helping. The blue light from your phone messes with melatonin — the hormone that makes you sleepy — and all that endless doomscrolling? Not exactly relaxing.
Try this instead:
Stick your phone on Do Not Disturb at least 30 minutes before bed. Leave it on charge across the room if you have to. It’s brutal at first — but your sleep will thank you.
2. set the vibe
Your brain needs a signal that the day’s done. Creating a little bedtime ritual (no matter how small) can really help.
Ideas that work:
- Light a candle (lavender or eucalyptus are dreamy)
- Switch from overhead lighting to a soft bedside lamp
- Get into your PJs and make a cuppa (chamomile, not espresso…)
3. stretch it out
No need for a full yoga class — just a few gentle stretches or some slow breathing can work wonders. It helps release tension and gives your nervous system the memo that it’s time to chill.
Even just:
- Rolling your neck and shoulders
- A quick child’s pose or forward fold
- Breathing in for 4, out for 6 (try it, it’s magic)
4. try a brain dump
Got a million thoughts buzzing round your head? Write them down. Seriously — grab a notebook and just scribble whatever’s on your mind. To-do lists, worries, tomorrow’s lunch… get it out of your head and onto paper.
You don’t need to be Shakespeare — just unload and let it go.
5. make your bed a sleep-only zone
If you’ve been watching Netflix, replying to emails and eating snacks in bed, your brain doesn’t know it’s supposed to switch off there. Try to keep your bed strictly for sleeping (okay, and maybe reading… or Sunday morning lie-ins).
Bonus points if your mattress is actually comfy.
If you’re tossing and turning every night, it might be time for an upgrade. Our memory foam and hybrid mattresses are designed to support your body, ease pressure points and keep you cool—aka, the dream team for decent sleep.
6. keep it cool, quiet and comfy
Your bedroom environment matters more than you think. If you’re too hot, too cold, or there’s light and noise everywhere, your sleep is going to suffer.
Quick wins:
- Crack a window or use a (quiet) fan
- Use blackout curtains or an eye mask
- Invest in proper bedding (breathable, soft, and seasonal)
- Kick your partner’s noisy phone off the bedside table (gently)
Final thoughts
Unwinding before bed isn’t about perfection. You don’t need to meditate on a mountain or drink some mystery moon milk. It’s about giving yourself permission to pause — to let the day go, and ease into rest.
Build a little pre-sleep routine that works for you. Stick with it. And if your bed isn’t helping, well… that’s what we’re here for.
Our hybrid and memory foam mattresses are all about helping you drift off quicker, stay comfy longer, and wake up way less grumpy.
Until next time, eve Sleep.
