Reduce your stress before bed by 68% with this easy 6-minute nighttime routine

A woman in bed reading a book with a cup of tea in hand and a lamp on the bedside table, as she completes her nighttime routine.

You might associate a nighttime routine with children, but repeating certain behaviors before you go to bed can help you get better sleep at any age.

Humans are creatures of habit and a nighttime routine can regulate your circadian rhythm and energy levels, making it easier to fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up refreshed in the morning.