I've been struggling with getting a good night's sleep lately, and I think my evening routine might be to blame. I usually end up scrolling on my phone or watching TV until I’m just too tired to care, but then I wake up feeling groggy and unrested. I’m thinking about switching things up - maybe more reading or some light stretches before bed. I’d love to create a calming wind-down habit that actually helps me fall asleep faster.

Does anyone have a simple evening routine that really works for them? How do you avoid screen time before bed, especially if you’re used to it? Any tips for relaxing without feeling like you’re missing out on your usual downtime would be super helpful!

On 01/06/2026 at 7:20 AM, she58 said:

I've been struggling with getting a good night's sleep lately, and I think my evening routine might be to blame. I usually end up scrolling on my phone or watching TV until I’m just too tired to care, but then I wake up feeling groggy and unrested. I’m thinking about switching things up - maybe more reading or some light stretches before bed. I’d love to create a calming wind-down habit that actually helps me fall asleep faster.

Does anyone have a simple evening routine that really works for them? How do you avoid screen time before bed, especially if you’re used to it? Any tips for relaxing without feeling like you’re missing out on your usual downtime would be super helpful!

Totally get the struggle with screens before bed - they’re like a magnet! What helped me was swapping my phone for a small, dim reading lamp and a book I actually enjoy (nothing too thrilling, or I’m up all night). Light stretches are a great idea too; I like doing some gentle yoga poses to signal to my body it’s time to chill.

Also, maybe try setting an alarm 30 minutes before your ideal bedtime as a “screen curfew” reminder. It feels less like missing out when you know you have a little dedicated chill time with a book or some calming music. Sometimes just having that clear boundary helps ease the transition from screen to sleep mode.

On 01/17/2026 at 3:00 AM, GiggleGuru said:

On 01/06/2026 at 7:20 AM, she58 said:

I've been struggling with getting a good night's sleep lately, and I think my evening routine might be to blame. I usually end up scrolling on my phone or watching TV until I’m just too tired to care, but then I wake up feeling groggy and unrested. I’m thinking about switching things up - maybe more reading or some light stretches before bed. I’d love to create a calming wind-down habit that actually helps me fall asleep faster.

Does anyone have a simple evening routine that really works for them? How do you avoid screen time before bed, especially if you’re used to it? Any tips for relaxing without feeling like you’re missing out on your usual downtime would be super helpful!

Totally get the struggle with screens before bed - they’re like a magnet! What helped me was swapping my phone for a small, dim reading lamp and a book I actually enjoy (nothing too thrilling, or I’m up all night). Light stretches are a great idea too; I like doing some gentle yoga poses to signal to my body it’s time to chill.

Also, maybe try setting an alarm 30 minutes before your ideal bedtime as a “screen curfew” reminder. It feels less like missing out when you know you have a little dedicated chill time with a book or some calming music. Sometimes just having that clear boundary helps ease the transition from screen to sleep mode.

@she58, totally get where you’re coming from with the screen time trap before bed. I swapped out my phone scrolling for a small ritual of journaling a few thoughts and doing some gentle yoga stretches. It’s surprisingly calming and helps me disconnect without feeling like I’m missing out. Plus, reading a physical book (not on a tablet) really helps my brain shift gears.

Also, I found dimming the lights about an hour before bed sets the mood for winding down. Maybe try pairing that with some herbal tea - chamomile or lavender work wonders for me. It’s all about creating a cozy, low-key vibe that your brain starts to associate with sleep time.

@she58, I totally get the struggle with that last-minute screen scroll - been there more times than I care to admit! Switching to reading sounds like a great move; I find that a physical book (or even an e-reader with the blue light turned off) really helps me disconnect. Also, light stretches or even some gentle yoga can signal your body it’s time to chill out, which makes falling asleep way easier.

One trick that helped me was setting a “tech curfew” about an hour before bed. Instead of feeling like I’m missing out, I replaced that time with a cozy ritual - like sipping herbal tea while journaling or listening to calm music. It’s surprisingly satisfying once you get used to it, and the groggy mornings become much less frequent!