Everyone “knows” good sleep is essential.
Everyone “knows” it helps alertness, boosts mood, improves memory.
And so on and so on and so on….
But those benefits can seem general or vague.
How do they translate into everyday life?
When you take a bird’s eye view of the symbiotic nature of life, you see that good sleep is an anchor habit that springboards to limitless positive benefits.
If you clarify these benefits in your mind, you can better motivate yourself to engage in the small habits that lead to good sleep, i.e.:
– turn off Netflix
– pass on the glass of wine
– get sunshine when eating lunch
– Own a ChiliPad or Ooler 😉
No more feeling that gnaw of “I should probably do this.” Instead, you can do these habits because you’re pumped up about the benefits of high quality sleep!
So let’s dive into 5 ripple benefits. The clearer you see these in your mind’s eye, to more internal drive you’ll have to sleep soundly.
1) You’ll leverage your income potential
If you are more alert and refreshed, what can you do with your day?
-Make more sales calls
-Perform better on sales calls
-Have 20 extra minutes of energy each day to hunt for a better job
-Build confidence to negotiate a raise
Let’s flesh out that last one: “build confidence to negotiate a raise.”
This is good example of the ripple effect of good sleep.
Because good sleep and “build confidence to negotiate a raise” are not directly related.
But certainly they are indirectly related. How?
1) Better sleep.
2) Improved mood.
3) Higher energy.
4) Clearer mental awareness to plan high level tasks.
5) Higher performance at work proving you are valuable.
6) Better motivation to read a book on how to negotiate better.
7) Stronger confidence to tackle a new challenge, such as to ask for a raise.
2) You’ll improve your physical attractiveness
We know sleep is generally “good for your health.”
But there is a reason it’s called beauty sleep.
And you will actually look better! Your skin will glow and you’ll be alive with energy.
Looking better is not merely superficial. In one study, people were more likely to socialize with those who slept better.
And better sleep will keep the extra pounds off.
Maybe looks aren’t central to a meaningful life. But it’s safe to say that increasing vibrancy and fitness are boxes we all like to check. 🙂
3) You’ll elevate the compassion you have for your kids
When you’re well-rested, you can think clearly, and become more resourceful. You’ll have the stamina to choose your response in a given situation, rather than react unconsciously or emotionally.
This is very applicable to parenting.
We all love our children and want to interact with them in the healthiest and most loving way, even if they do something we would not prefer, something that “pushes your buttons”.
But what if you had a superpower that prevented access to such buttons?
So enter high-quality sleep. With increased cognition, you’ll have a force-field around those buttons. You’ll supercharge your communication, prevent conflicts, and coordinate more “win-win.”
4) You’ll increase creative fulfillment
Good sleep brings good energy.
If you wake up refreshed, you may notice you’re now excited to start a better morning routine.
Rather than mindlessly watch the news while you chug your caffeine, you feel motivated to create something, to intentionally sculpt your morning with a constructive project.
Maybe you begin that novel. Maybe you start that blog. Perhaps you practice that guitar.
When you put even 20 minutes into such activity, you gain a sense of fulfillment that carries with you throughout your day, week, and life.
And the more you create, the more you want to create!
5) You’ll begin a positive spiral for all other good habits
You know that you want to sleep better for the basic reason that you’ll feel better.
But also, sleep can exponentially help you feel better.
Because when you enhance sleep quality, you sharpen your brain.
How can that spiral to other life-enriching habits?
Maybe you’ll begin to meditate 5 minutes a day (which improves focus, and improves sleep, too).
Or you’ll choose nourishing foods, rather than sugary ones, (which look super attractive when you have barely slept).
Then you’ll think to call a friend for a meaningful conversation, relaxing your nervous system, and elevating your happiness quotient.
Maybe you’ll hit the gym.
Perhaps you’ll invest money more wisely.
You might start journaling.
With an energized day after a deep sleep, the ripple benefits are unlimited.
It all starts with choosing to invest in yourself, your health, and your sleep.
The ChiliPad and the Ooler will lower your core body temperature and allow your body to move through its natural restoration.
The restoration you crave. The restoration you were born to enjoy.
