Finding yourself a little groggy lately? We blame Daylight Saving Time.  Whatever your reason, two sleep experts recently came up with a SIX-STEP routine to help you get a better nights sleep.  You need to start about 30 minutes before bed, they say that’s how long you need to relax and mentally prepare for bed.  Here are their six recommended steps, which take about five minutes each . . .

1.  30 minutes before:  Write down your ‘to-dos’ for the next day.  Doesn’t have to be formal, just jot stuff down so you don’t lie awake thinking about it.

2.  25 minutes before: Stop using all electronics, including your phone, computer, and TV.  Most electronics give off a blue light that tricks your body into staying awake, because your brain thinks it’s daylight.

3.  20 minutes before:  Brush your teeth.  It’s also time you should take off make-up and wash your face.  Splashing your face right before bed can wake you up.

4.  15 minutes before:  Take a quick shower.  And make sure it’s a HOT shower.

5.  10 minutes before:  Use the bathroom.  42% of people don’t get enough sleep because they have to get up and go in the middle of the night.

6.  5 minutes before:  Stop talking.  Your brain needs a chance to wind down!

Then once you get in bed, your body should be ready to fall asleep.