Scouted: How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep When You’re a Light Sleeper

When you’re a light sleeper, it’ can be hard to get a substantial night’s sleep. Sounds and light are the main sources of distress for light sleepers, but environmental stresses (like anxiety) can contribute to the tossing and turning and constantly waking up. A loud truck driving by, a streetlight peaking through the blinds, the sun coming up—everything can be the deciding factor as to how much sleep you get. But fear not, because we have recommendations for items to add to your routine that could help ease you in and out of sleep at a regular pace.

Block Out Sound

Headphones are great at keeping the noise you want in and keeping everything else out, but they’re not so great to sleep in. If you need some extra help with blocking out construction (or a snoring partner), get yourself a pair of sleep-centric headphones. Bose makes a pair of earbuds that fit neatly into your ears at night and can stream hours of white noise options. If you’re more of an over-the-ear wearer, the CozyPhones are basically like earmuffs with speakers. Or, just get a pair of good old-fashioned earplugs.

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