A good night’s sleep is incredibly important! But for many people, it’s not something they can take for granted.
A good night’s sleep affects almost every aspect of your physical and mental well-being. In this blog, I’ll take you on a journey into the world of sleep. Perhaps this post will put you to sleep – if so, I’ll have achieved my goal, and I hope you sleep well 😉. Of course, I’ll also be sharing some tips on how to use a few products from our The ‘Sleep Well’ range. This way, you can get natural support to help you sleep better.
The importance of a good night’s sleep
Of course, we’re all well aware of what a good night’s sleep can do for us. You’re sharper and more alert, and you really can cope with the world a bit better when you’ve had a full night’s sleep. But these aren’t the only noticeable benefits you gain from a good night’s sleep. There are so many more positive changes that you might not notice straight away, but which are definitely there! Here’s a brief summary of the changes in your body that have been scientifically proven:
💤 Whilst you sleep, your body recovers from the day’s physical exertions, cells regenerate, muscles recover and your immune system has the chance to recharge. Sleep is important for a healthy metabolism.
💤 A good night’s sleep helps to restore hormonal balance. If you have a bad night’s sleep, you may experience increased stress levels and your appetite may even change. Poor sleep often leads to poorer eating habits, which in turn can lead to weight gain
💤 A good night’s sleep improves your mood. It helps you organise your thoughts, solve problems and keeps your emotions more stable.
💤 Sleep also plays an important role in learning and concentration! It strengthens memory and helps form links between information and acquired knowledge.
💤 There is evidence that people who sleep well on a regular basis have a longer life expectancy.
If you’re reading this anyway, surely you want to get a good night’s sleep!
Tips for a better night’s sleep
We’re all familiar with the tips for getting a better night’s sleep. No more blue screens before bed, do something relaxing just before you go to sleep, cut down on caffeine and alcohol, get plenty of fresh air and go for a walk… But what if you’ve already tried all of this and still can’t get to sleep? Well, I’ve still got a few handy tips for you on using our products from the ‘Lekker Slapen’ range. These are suitable for ages 8 and over. There are seven scent frequencies in total; I’ll tell you a bit more about my own favourites, which I’ve used a lot with my own family 😊.
𝙱𝚎𝚍𝚝𝚒𝚖𝚎 𝚂𝚖𝚞𝚍𝚐𝚎 – Are you very sensitive and do you pick up on all the energy around you? If so, it may well be that you’re sleeping poorly because you’re being affected by the (negative) energy of others that you’ve absorbed during the day. It may also be that, because you’re receptive to energy that doesn’t belong to you at night, you’re bothered by the ‘noise’ around you. This scent frequency ensures you go to sleep feeling energetically cleansed, protected and grounded. As a result, you’ll notice a greater sense of calm, so it’s also lovely to use as a room spray in your bedroom!
𝚁𝚞𝚜𝚝 𝚒𝚗 𝚓𝚎 𝙷𝚘𝚘𝚏𝚍 – Count the sheep, and by the 14th sheep you’ll be fast asleep… Sometimes you have those evenings when you just lie there tossing and turning in bed. You can’t get to sleep and your thoughts are racing! This scent frequency always makes me feel really happy. It’s something you can always use in a busy family. Whether it’s for yourself or for the children who are worrying about their day at school, just give the bedroom and your energy field a quick spritz and you’ll notice the energy settling down. Out of your head, back to basics. It’s lovely to have that peace of mind!
𝙲𝚊𝚕𝚖𝚒𝚗𝚐 – This scent isn’t just lovely before bed. I’ve even made my own little rollerball with it so I always have it with me in my bag! It’s a lovely scent to use at times of stress and when things get hectic. Treat yourself to a moment’s respite by using the spray, or the a roller that’s easy to You can do this yourself; take a few deep breaths in and out. Feel your body and mind relax…
Are you curious about the scents in the Lekker Slapen range but not quite sure which one to choose? We’ve got a lovely Theme: Bag Sleep which contains 5 different scents. This way, you can try them out and see which scent suits you best. It also makes a lovely gift for someone you know who has trouble sleeping…
As well as the seven fragrance variants, there is one more fragrance that we only sell as a spray, the Pillow Mist. This spray is a lovely way to freshen up your bed linen and creates a calming atmosphere in the bedroom.
Crystals to help you sleep well
As well as scent frequencies, you can also make use of the energy of crystals. There are many crystals with the right energy to help you sleep well. But there are also crystals that can help with nightmares and other sleep disturbances 😉.
The Amethyst is a wonderful stone to place on your bedside table. The energy of this stone helps you to let go of tension, bringing peace of mind. It helps to calm those racing thoughts. You could, of course, place a lovely chunk of amethyst on your bedside table, but you might also consider a slightly smaller and flatter one little stone to put in your pillow.
Do you find that you need to recover better after a day’s work, or achieve greater balance in your body? Then why not create a lovely Rock crystal next to your bed. This stone stimulates the body’s self-healing powers and supports the immune system. I personally sleep wonderfully between two rock crystal points in. One is placed with the tip pointing downwards under my pillow and the other with the tip pointing upwards at the foot of my bed. That way, I lie comfortably all night long, bathed in the energy of this wonderful crystal. Whenever I feel I need to ‘release’ some energy, I turn the lower point downwards so that the energy can flow through me and all the negative energy is drained away. I also use the stones in this way when I’m not feeling quite myself.
I hope you’re still awake after reading this massive chunk of text 😉. And of course, I hope you’ve found some inspiration to sleep even better! Sleep well!
𝙻𝚒𝚎𝚏𝚜 𝚁𝚎𝚋𝚎𝚌𝚌𝚊
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