There’s nothing quite like a warm summer day-until bedtime rolls around and the heat makes falling asleep feel impossible. Sticky sheets, tossing and turning, waking up feeling like you barely slept-it’s a common struggle. But with a few simple changes (and the right tools), you can keep your bedroom cool and your mind calm, so you drift off easily, even during a heatwave.
1. Keep your bedroom as cool as possible
Start with the basics: block out the sun during the day by closing blinds or curtains. In the evening, open windows to let cooler air circulate. If it’s safe, create a cross-breeze by opening windows on opposite sides of your room.
Bedding also makes a huge difference-switch to lightweight cotton or linen sheets, which are more breathable than synthetics and help wick away sweat.
2. Take a cool shower before bed
A lukewarm or slightly cool shower about an hour before bed lowers your core body temperature, signalling to your body that it’s time to wind down. It can help you feel fresher and more comfortable when you slip under the covers.
3. Calm your mind for better sleep
Heat can make it harder not just to feel comfortable, but to relax. If you’re lying awake feeling restless, a guided meditation can help quiet your mind and ease you into sleep.
Morphée, our non-digital sleep and meditation device, is a perfect companion for hot summer nights. With over 200 audio sessions-covering body scans, breathing exercises, and soothing nature sounds-Morphée helps you let go of the day’s heat and stress, without the distractions of a phone or screen. Just pick a session, listen, and drift off naturally.
4. Stay hydrated-but time it right
Drink plenty of water during the day to prevent dehydration (which can make you feel even hotter and more restless at night). But try to avoid large drinks right before bed-waking up to use the bathroom at 2am isn’t exactly cooling or restful!
5. Try a sleep routine that works for you
Sticking to a consistent wind-down routine tells your body it’s time for sleep, no matter the weather. Try reading a book, doing light stretches, or listening to your favourite Morphée session every night. Over time, your mind will start to associate these simple rituals with feeling calm, cool, and ready for deep rest.
Summer heat doesn’t have to steal your sleep. With these simple tips-and the soothing help of Morphée-you can stay cool, calm, and wake up refreshed for sunny days ahead.
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