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[28 Mar 2010 | Comments Off | ]
14 Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

Getting a proper night’s sleep is vital for health and well being. Here is a list of tips for achieving better sleep:

Keep regular sleeping hours
Avoid stimulants such as coffee and alcohol before sleep
Maintain the bedroom for sleeping only
Keep the room dimly lit and lights off when sleeping
Do not exercise right before sleep
Do not eat a heavy meal before sleep
Turn the clock so it is not facing you
Open the window for fresh air
Plants in the bedroom are relaxing
Keep the bedroom clutter-free
Make the bedroom comfortable and pleasing to the eye
Use natural blankets
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[7 Apr 2008 | Comments Off | ]
Herbal Dreaming

It is through dreams that our subconscious mind communicates with our conscious mind. Herbs have been used for centuries to enhance dreaming and sleep. Scent is the most direct route to our minds and recollections.
Traditionally, certain herbs have been used for specific purposes. Herbs can be combined and sewn into an herbal dream pillow and tucked inside your pillow case. Herbal dream pillows have been used for hundreds of years to affect dreams. Different combinations of herbs evoke different types of dreams. Herbal dreams pillows were once called comfort pillows …