By Hayley Hynes
Not everyone is on board with Daylight Savings Time, but in 1895 a New Zealand entomologist was certain it could save energy and increase productivity.
In the springtime, participating areas lose an hour of sleep. This leaves some feeling irritated and out of sorts.
Though fall daylight savings time gives us an extra hour of rest, the shorter days that follow can be mentally and physically challenging.
Rather than letting Mother Earth's cycles overwhelm you, here are some tips and tricks to keep you on track when the time goes back this November.
One week before daylight savings time hits, experts recommend starting to shift your sleep schedule in 15-minute increments.
If you're consistent enough with your evening habits, your brain will recognize when sleep is around the corner and begin the wind-down process.
Should you find yourself battling insomnia around daylight savings time, see if exercise or stretching before bed helps to tire your body and brain out.
As tempting as an hour of phone time in bed might be, starring at your screen can prohibit you from getting the quality sleep you've been craving.
Another area you can keep consistent at daylight savings time is your dinner. Protein-heavy meals have been proven to help sleep over carbs.
With these simple tips, you'll be resting more soundly in no time.
How do you feel about daylight savings time? Let us know!