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3 things all successful people do before going to sleep

Written by Maryam Dodhy ·  1 min read >
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Night-time is the best way to refresh after a long hectic day, unwind yourself, and prepare for the next day. Working people, particularly startup founders and working mothers, don’t get enough sleep. Having said this, it should be kept in mind that sleep should not be compromised on. Sleep helps you rejuvenate and revitalize. Successful people like Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Ariana Huffington, Oprah Winfrey, Bill Gates, despite their busy schedule, get at least 6 hours of sleep every day.

Furthermore, what you do before going to sleep is also important. A lot of us scroll through social media until sleep strikes. This is the worst thing you can do to yourself. Being constantly hooked to social media keeps your brain buzzing, not allowing it to calm down. Today we will talk you through the three most common things all successful people do before going to sleep. They are a great way to unwind, keep your life on track, and stay ambitious.

1. Reflect on your day

Before you head to sleep, take a few minutes to reflect on your day. Go over the work you did at the office, the new people you met, the feedback you got from your boss, how much money you spent, the house chores you did, and even what you ate. It is very important to not lose control of your life, to be very aware of all the decisions you’re making, and how to improve yourself. Reflecting on your day will help you keep your personal and professional life in check. If it helps you, keep a diary and make a daily account of what you did.

2. Visualize your goals

In today’s fast-paced life, it can be very easy to lose sight of your own goals. In order to steadily move towards your aim in life, it is important to keep your daily life aligned with it. Sit back and visualize what your long-term or even short-term, goals are and whether you did anything in the day to achieve them.

3. Read a good book

All successful people read books that add value. Reading opens up your brains, exposes you to diverse opinions, and, plus, it’s a great way to calm down your brain. It doesn’t matter how much you read every night as long as you read something.

Written by Maryam Dodhy
I love bringing to light stories of extraordinary people working in Pakistan's tech and startup industry. You can reach out to me through maryamdodhy@techjuice.pk. Profile