1. Unwind before bed
It is important to decompress and mentally prepare for sleep. Dimming the lights in the hour or two before bedtime helps your body produce the natural sleep hormone, melatonin. Also, limit exposure to light from screens like televisions, laptops, and cell phones. It is recommended to avoid anything that glows; if impossible, however, then adjust the screen on your cell phone to the dimmest setting.
There are apps that can set your phone in “night mode” if you need reminding. Try to have a calming ritual that you engage in before bed, such as listening to some light music, having a warm bath (many bath salts and lotions help induce sleep), aromatherapy, or sipping on any variety of “sleepy” teas that contain naturally calming ingredients such as lavender or chamomile.