Are You Getting Enough ZZZZs?

Most Americans are getting far less sleep than they need. The National Sleep Foundation offers the following tips for getting a good night's sleep; see if they work for you.

• Go to bed and get up at the same time each day to develop a routine--weekends, too!
• Develop a sleep ritual prior to going to bed to prepare your body to relax; try relaxation exercises if this is difficult for you
  
• Exercise regularly to help relieve stress
• Cut out stimulants such as caffeine and/or smoking
• Make sure you have a comfortable mattress
• Create a comfortable environment -- dark, quiet room is the best
• Make sleep a priority

People tend to focus on activities that are a priority for them. If you wonder why you are fatigued but still continue to watch Leno or Letterman at night you may want to revisit what is really important to you and why.