Get sunlightexposureduring thedayPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Go to bedat thesame timeevery nightUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesTake a warmshower orbath beforebedUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Try progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimePracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayPlan yournext dayinadvanceAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Keep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsGet sunlightexposureduring thedayPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Go to bedat thesame timeevery nightUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesTake a warmshower orbath beforebedUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Try progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimePracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayPlan yournext dayinadvanceAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Keep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekends

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