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Getting a good night's sleep is important as it keeps us both physically and mentally healthy. Here are some tips to help you catch some z’s.

	Morning Get out of bed as soon as you wake up – don’t hit snooze Try to get out of bed the same time each morning Get some fresh air Do some physical activity
	Day Don’t nap Problem solve things that are keeping you awake at night Get some exercise Avoid caffeine after 4pm Stay away from energy drinks!
	Evening Don’t go to bed too early Avoid using alcohol to help you sleep Don’t smoke within two hours of going to bed Don’t go to bed hungry Avoid backlit screens such as TVs, computers and iPads Read a book
	Night Keep your room cool, quiet and dark Avoid too many blankets

If you’re still not sleeping well and need some help – whether sleep related or general health related – here are a few people you can talk to.

Mind Health Connect
Resources, tips and self-tests
mindhealthconnect.org.au

Beyond Blue
1300 22 4636
beyondblue.com.au

Lifeline
13 11 14
lifeline.org.au