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Frances Daniels

I made a New Year’s resolution last year to get more sleep — here’s 3 reasons why it didn’t work

An alarm clock surrounded by confetti from a New Year's Eve party.

I've always struggled to get enough sleep. Don't get me wrong, I have no problems falling asleep, it's just that I can never seem to go to bed on time. Last January, since I'd recently started working as a sleep writer, I decided to follow my own advice and make a New Year's resolution to get more sleep. However, it didn't exactly go to plan.

All the sleep aids in the world, from magnesium tablets to this year's best mattress, can't help you get a better night's sleep if you don't go to bed at a reasonable hour. I thought that making a New Year's resolution would finally give me the kick I needed to get enough shuteye – I barely lasted a week.

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