Sleep So You Can Function

12 Days of Wellness
Written By Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Sleep So You Can Function

Quick Tip:

Set a nighttime “wind-down cue” — dim lights, turn off tech, make a warm drink, or wash your face.

Why It Helps:

Signals like this help your brain shift into rest mode and support better-quality sleep, especially if you do them 30 - 60 minutes before you head to bed.

Try This Today:

  • Turn off screens at least 20 minutes before bed.

  • Keep your bedroom cool and dark.

  • Write down tomorrow’s to-dos before you go to bed, so your brain doesn’t keep replaying them.

This last tip of writing things down makes a big difference - in my experience.

Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Shelley A. Rael, MS RDN, is a dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in New Mexico, USA. As the owner of Real World Nutrition, her private practice, she's passionate about guiding individuals toward eating and living healthier in the real world. Beyond one-on-one consultations, Shelley is a multifaceted professional. She's a podcaster, author, speaker, and consultant known for her commitment to dispelling nutrition myths and providing evidence-based information. Her mission is to empower people to achieve improved health, wellness, and energy without resorting to restrictive diets or misinformation.

https://www.shelleyrael.com/
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