Hi campers. Thanks for stopping by the blog today.
Today we talked about a study that Johnny found on the internet. So, you can choose to believe it or not. According to Duke University, men are biologically compelled to stare at beautiful women. It is true for rhesus monkeys and the researchers believe that men are hardwired to act the same way. Johnny thinks that b/c of this study it's "okay for men to look." I am sure his girlfriend has an opinion that isn't the same!
Maria and I told him that women look too, we are just quicker and smarter about it.
If you have trouble sleeping, you aren't alone. Johnny and I both wish we could just get a good 8 hour's worth of sleep each night. Here are some tips from the Sleep Institute. (I want to work there!)
1. Maintain a regular bed and wake time schedule including weekends.
This is impossible. We are not going to get up at 3:30 on a Saturday morning.
2. Establish a regular, relaxing bedtime routine such as soaking in a hot bath or hot tub and then reading a book or listening to soothing music.
Well, that sounds great... don't know if it will actually happen though.
3. Create a sleep-conducive environment that is dark, quiet, comfortable and cool.
4. Sleep on a comfortable mattress and pillows.
5.. Finish eating at least 2-3 hours before your regular bedtime.
This is also very difficult to do. Especially if you have kids.
6.. Exercise regularly. It is best to complete your workout a few hours
before bedtime.
This is only hard for me b/c I'm so lazy and hate the gym.
7. Avoid caffeine (e.g. coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate) close to bedtime. It can keep you awake.
No more Jack and Cokes for Johnny
8. Avoid alcohol close to bedtime.
No more Jack and Cokes for Johnny
