Does this person seem familiar to you? Catching a few winks at the desk at work, on the couch before dinner and everywhere in between because you have not sleep the entire night in days. Instead of hunting for random places to sleep throughout the day, why don't you try that bed of yours, for eight hours during the night? I know, what a concept, but it's true.

Sleeping should take precedence in your life, at least at night. It should be an enjoyable experience that you look forward to, rather than something that you try to squeeze in between a million other responsibilities. Completely change the way you view getting rest, despite all your trouble falling asleep at night, and all the stress in your life. Think of sleeping as a way to relieve stress, and a great precursor to attacking all of those responsibilities the next day head on.

Our lives in this day and age can be so scattered, so any semblance of a routine is helpful in creating a better and more focused you.

What is the definition of routine?

~It is a prescribed, detailed course of action to be followed regularly; a standard procedure.

~It is a set of customary and often mechanically performed procedures or activities.

What are some good sleep routines to follow?

~Maintain a regular bed and wake time schedule including weekends.

~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.

~Create a sleep-conducive environment that is dark, quiet, comfortable and cool.

~Sleep on a comfortable mattress and pillows.

~Exercise regularly. It is best to complete your workout at least a few hours before bedtime.

Once you develop a pattern of sleep that works for you, your body will naturally become accustomed to feeling tired at a certain time. And, as a result, the body will also feel ready after a good night of sleep to wake up and start the day revived and renewed.

After all of the time spent with restlessness, you will be amazed by how much different, and more youthful, you will feel getting good rest. Your skin will feel so smooth and your mind will be sharp and focused. With sleep as your drug, experience this natural high on a regular basis. All it takes is putting head to pillow.

If you are like most people, you will need a little assistance in your quest for sleep. Perhaps a sleeping mist will be the most effective way to get you on the right track toward a full eight hours of great sleep. What better way to ease into this new routine than with wonderful fresh scents that lull you off to a deep slumber. After a few nights of these fragrances wafting through the air, you will absolutely be hooked. But, no worries, for the only side effects of these aromatic mists are a complete night of rapid eye movement.

In no time at all you will be able to tell your old friend insomnia that he need not come around anymore, because there's a new sheriff in town. Yep, soon you will be getting some much needed shut-eye. Doesn't that sound wonderful?