All Sleeping well pages
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InformationSleep with Dr Lindsay Browning
Listen in as we talk to sleep expert Dr Lindsay Browning. We discuss how everyone can get better sleep, with lots of advice for shift workers, what to do when you wake up at 3am and how to get through the day after a sleepless night.
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InformationSleep better resources
Sleep is crucial for health and happiness but many of us don’t get enough good quality shut-eye. The Retail Trust offers a range of resources about sleeping well to help you support your employees.
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GuidanceSleeping soundly: secrets to a good night's rest
Dr Lindsay Browning, psychologist and sleep expert, shares her tips for sleeping well and waking up happier.
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GuidanceWellbeing 101: how to break the worry cycle
While a certain amount of worry is normal when you’re stuck in a worry loop, it can be hard to see a way out. We asked the experts for advice to help you break the cycle.
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GuidanceFive ways sound can help you sleep
Coloured noise or guided meditation? Nature sounds, soundscapes or sleep stories? Cut through the noise with our pick of the best sleep helpers that use sound to help you drop off.
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GuidanceFive sleep tips from the Sleep Geek
Learn how to sleep better and fall back to sleep faster with brilliant advice from Together Fest speaker, James Wilson, aka the Sleep Geek, a sleep expert and co-founder of Beingwell.
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GuidanceThe effects of alcohol on our sleep
Most people think that a few drinks can help you nod off after a long day but alcohol has a profound effect on your sleep cycle. Poor sleep is linked to poor mental health, it hinders our ability to recover and affects our mood.
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GuidanceThe meaning of dreams, nightmares, and sleep paralysis
Ever wondered what that weird dream you had was all about? This article looks at the meaning of dreams and why we have them.
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GuidanceWhat is good sleep hygiene and how can you practise it?
You may have heard of ‘sleep hygiene’ or ‘clean sleeping’. Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with washing your bed linen; it’s actually good habits for a restful night’s sleep. Discover the best tips here.
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GuidanceIs drinking alcohol before bed bad for your sleep?
Have you ever indulged in a nightcap or two before going to bed? It’s widely believed that it can help you to drift off more easily. This concept has been around since the 1700s, but in the modern day, its effects on sleep are now being questioned.
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GuidanceWhat are the best ways to relax and unwind before bedtime?
We all deal with daily stresses and pressure, but sometimes it can be hard to put these to bed before we ourselves drift off into a slumber. Discover our handy tips on how you can wind down after a long day.
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GuidanceEverything you need to know about sleep
Sleep is just one thing that affects our physical and emotional wellbeing.This guide has been designed to give you insight into how sleep works and what you can do to improve yours. If you’re experiencing long-term sleep problems, or you’re finding that your overall health is suffering, it’s wise to speak to your GP.
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InformationSleeping well resources
Sleep is crucial for health and happiness but many of us don’t get enough good quality shut-eye. The Retail Trust offers a range of resources about sleeping well to help you support your employees.
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GuidanceHow sleep hygiene can help you sleep better
Struggling to get a good night’s sleep? Sleep hygiene – science-backed habits and practices that set you up for a good night’s sleep – could help.