Use calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Listen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeGet sunlightexposureduring thedayKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTake a warmshower orbath beforebedGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Try progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedPlan yournext dayinadvanceAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Don't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimePracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Listen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeGet sunlightexposureduring thedayKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTake a warmshower orbath beforebedGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Try progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedPlan yournext dayinadvanceAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Don't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimePracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the day

Sleep Hygiene - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.


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  1. Use calming scents (e.g. Lavender, chamomile)
  2. Listen to calming music or nature sounds before bed
  3. Use the bed only for sleeping (not watching TV or phone)
  4. Avoid heavy meals 2-3 hours before bedtime
  5. Get sunlight exposure during the day
  6. Keep the bedroom cool and comfortable
  7. Take a warm shower or bath before bed
  8. Go to bed at the same time every night
  9. Avoid eating sugary snacks late at night
  10. Exercise regularly (but not too close to bedtime)
  11. Try progressive muscle relaxation while lying in bed
  12. Use earplugs or noise-cancelling devices
  13. Avoid drinking lots of fluids right before bed
  14. Plan your next day in advance
  15. Avoid napping for more than 20-30 mins per day
  16. Create a bedtime routine and stick to it
  17. Keep a consistent wake-up time, even on weekends
  18. Avoid using screens (phones, TV, tablet) one hour before bed
  19. Practice deep breathing or relaxation techniques before sleep
  20. Try a relaxing activity before bed (e.g. reading, gentle stretching)
  21. Don't check the clock if you wake up during the night
  22. Avoid caffeine in the afternoon or evening
  23. Write down your worries or a to-do list before bed to clear your mind
  24. Avoid smoking or nicotine close to bedtime
  25. Practice gratitude by thinking of three good things that have happened during the day