Cozy Hygge Bedtime Rituals to Try Tonight will get you started rethinking your evening rhythm and instead create one that will give you an optimal night sleep.
“The key to forming good habits is to make them part of your ‘rituals.’ I have a morning ritual, afternoon ritual, and Sunday ritual. It’s one way to bundle good habits into regular time that you set aside to prepare yourself for the life you want. Rituals help you form habits.” – Lewish Homes
After a hectic day, most of us just fall into bed without decompressing, only to start another busy day the following morning.
What if we changed that routine and made bedtime a sacred period where we nourished ourselves instead? Once we examine the way we live our life and create an intentional way of living, we can transform how our days unfold.
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Here are the Cozy Hygge Bedtime Rituals to Try Tonight:
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #1 – Pick a bedtime.
Stay consistent with what time you go to bed and follow this routine even on the weekends. Eventually, your body will naturally start winding down after the habit is consistently in place.
This one change to your schedule can help prevent the time it takes you to fall asleep. This means no more endless tossing and turning each night.
Scientists discovered in 2017 on a study of college students that having a consistent sleep schedule leads to an overall sense of happiness and well-being. It also added to healthiness and calmness facing day-to-day activities. You can find information about that study here.
Creating a standard sleep window also helps improve your metabolism according to this study.
They conducted a study on people that have rotating shifts and the impact of the schedule on their metabolisms. I don’t know abut you, but anything that will help my metabolism I’m going to do.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #2 – Power down.
Turn off the television, internet, and phone at least one hour before bedtime. You want to signal to your body that it’s time to relax.
By shutting off the stimulation early that keeps you awake, you’ll have more time to decompress. I have experienced many sleepless nights because I made the mistake of checking social media or my emails right before I went to bed.
I learned that everything can wait until morning to be dealt with. If something happened that really needed my attention, I know that I will get a message from one of my friends or colleagues.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #3 – Candlelight bath.
There is nothing that equals a warm bath in my mind for winding down. I got into this habit years ago, and whenever I’m having trouble sleeping, I get up and take a bath.
Adding candlelight makes this nightly routine even cozier. Just be sure to complete the bath at least one hour before bedtime to ensure optimal sleep.
One of the members of the Cozy Living Group goes all out for her bath time. She tries different products and scents and shows us pictures of her tub before she begins her nightly routine.
Buying bath products can be a pricey over time, why not start making your own so you can save some money and you know what ingredients are every batch homemade bath items. Here’s a book on Amazon that teaches you to make your own bath items.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #4 – Layer your bed.
You spend 1/3 of your life in bed, so make sure its comfortable and you have the right sheets and blankets.
Layers of blankets and lots of pillows create a comfy cocoon that will ensure a beautiful night’s sleep.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #5 – Goodnight moon.
Make it a ritual to go outside, wrapped in a blanket and say goodnight to the moon. We forget how the most beautiful things in the world are free.
Did you know that the full moon names were given by the Native Americans of North America to keep track of the seasons according to the Farmers Almanac.
Here are the dates of the 2020 full moon names and dates:
January 10th, 2020 – Wolf Moon
February 9th, 2020 – Snow Moon
March 9th, 2020 – Worm Moon
April 7th, 2020 – Pink Moon
May 7th, 2020 – Flower Moon
June 5th, 2020 – Strawberry Moon
July 5th, 2020 – Buck Moon
August 3rd, 2020 – Sturgeon Moon
September 2nd, 2020 – Corn Moon
October 1st, 2020 – Harvest Moon
October 31st, 2020 – Blue Moon
November 30th, 2020 – Beaver Moon
December 29th, 2020 – Cold Moon
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #6 – Tea please.
There’s something so wonderful about slowly drinking a warm cup of tea.
It’s amazing something so simple is bursting with flavor and warms you to the tip of your toes. Make sure you keep a variety of tea on hand and buy special seasonal teas when available.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #7 – Fairy lights.
There’s something so magical about fairy lights.
Turn off harsh lights and sit in the twinkling wonder of your room before drifting off to sleep.
Take deep breaths and marinate in the peacefulness.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #8 – Be grateful.
Every night write in a journal what you are grateful for today.
There’s a shift that happens in all of us when we learn to focus on what’s right with our lives, instead of rewinding the day and thinking of what went wrong.
For more ideas on gratefulness, read this post 21 Gratitude Quotes to Unlock Your Blessings.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #9 – Keep it cool.
The optimal temperature to keep your bedroom for a perfect night’s sleep is between 60-67 degrees.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #10 – Get lost.
Let a special book take you to another time and place.
Make it a nightly ritual to read before bedtime and give yourself that quiet time to take your mind off yourself and let your imagination soar.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #11 – Scented dreams.
Lavender, Jasmine, Lemon and Bergamot are just a few of the scents that promote sleep.
You can have dried herbs in a bowl or use a diffuser to make envelope your bedroom into a dreamy state.
Spritzing your sheets with lavender linen spray will help ensure a deeper sleep, according to a University of Minnesota researchers report.
You can make your own lavender linen spray with this recipe.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #12 – Snuggle up.
Snuggling with your loved one is the perfect way to end the evening.
If you don’t have a significant other, take the time to snuggle with your dog or cat.
Hygge Bedtime Ritual #13 – Warm your face mask.
According to Woman’s World magazine, if you heat up your face mask in the dryer before going to bed – the warmth prompts the body to release sleep-inducing melatonin.
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Loved this article. I was crannnnky today and then read this. I gathered the kids from their beds, went out to tell the moon goodnight, posted a gratitude, and redirected.
Hello Pamela! You and I must of had the same kind of day today! 🙂 Thank you for writing in. I love your word “redirect” – that’s exactly what we need to do! Thanks again, Kelly
I’m all about decompressing from a hectic day. I do a few but you feminine of a few more. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome Barbara. Thanks for writing in! Kelly
Loved this!! I have really been getting into finding ways to slow down and appreciate all that is around me and I am looking forward to starting some of these rituals tonight.
Hello Lisa! Thanks for writing in. I’m glad you’re going to embrace Hygge at bedtime! Kelly
After a busy Black Friday and crabby shoppers, this article helped ground me in simplicity. Thank you~
Hello Candice! Thanks for commenting. It really does just boil down to the simple things in life and the best. Happy Holidays! Kelly
I just bought the “Making Winter” Hygge book at Joannes Fabrics! I love it so much! I am just learning what hygge is and I see it everywhere now. Instagram, pinterest. It really is a splendid way of living to be honest. This bedtime ritual is a neccessity in my crazy life. I have insomnia and I have been trying to go without taking medication. Sleep has always been a struggle for me. I’ve tried many different routines and “no electronics an hour before bed” But this ritual seems long enough and maybe if I do it long enough it will help me. “repetition is key”
Hello Kenisha! Thanks for writing in. Rituals totally work. My favorite is a hot bath hands down. One of the recent things I discovered is enjoying a fresh veggie juice knocks me out too! Kelly
Love this! I felt so relaxed just reading this!! I LOVE twinkle lights in my room, sets the best vibe!
Hello Leila! Thanks for writing in. Yes, there is something so magical about twinkle lights. Kelly
I live in Bigfork, MT. I am thrilled I found the Montana Happy site!!! I’m very into Hygge, it’s amazing. I’m a caregiver to my soon to be 100 year old Dad.
Hello Judy! I LOVE Bigfork! I even did a post about it! I’m so glad you liked the article. I have several other Hygge posts on the site! Thanks again, Kelly
One nightly ritual I have done for years is to give myself a nice foot rub with scented cream. Not only does it lessen my ache feet the scent is soothing.
Hello Sunshine! That sounds divine! I’m going to have try that. Kelly
Thank you so much for this post! My husband and I are going to be doing a one month challenge of no TV and I think this will be the perfect time to begin these bedtime rituals. Such a wonderful way to end the day together.
Hello Shannon! One month with no TV? That’s fabulous! I bet you’ll love the free time together. Thanks for writing in! Kelly
Hi,
Great stuff!! A couple of your suggestions I do now – like read before bed and pray –
Hello Lillian! I’m so glad you liked it! The biggest thing I’m working on right now is shifting my mind to the positive and putting myself into a better place. Thanks for writing in!
Omg this is something I totally need to start doing and I’m going to start tonight. Some of the things I already do like pray to God every morning and before night with my kids and reading a good book… right now “The Last Mrs. Parrish “ and it is a page turner I’m almost finish with book. I have a difusser that I’m going to take up stairs and put in my room. I’m super excited. SO excited about stopping by. I love the gratitude journal as well, we sometimes forget the little things and being greatful is a key thing to being happy and joyful of being alive. I’m about to read your winter one next. Oh and we have a fire pit so I will be lighting that tonight while looking at the sky…Thank you so much! Have a beautiful and blessed day. ✌?
Hello Cherie! Thank you so much for writing in! I’m so glad you got so much out of the post. This has been one of my most popular posts so far because life is so stressful and we just have to take the time to slow down and nourish ourselves throughout the day. I’ll have to check out that book! Kelly
These are all such good ideas! It’s true, we sometimes forget how the most beautiful things in the world are free. ?
Hello Ashley! Yes, some of the most beautiful things are free and we all forget that. Thanks for writing in! Kelly
Great article! With the hectic 9-5 ( or in my case 7-5!) it is so easy to forget how important it is to practise self-care, and these hygge rituals are just spot on!
I am definitely one for candles along with soothing music or an audio book, too.
Thanks again,
Cleo 🙂
Hello Cleo! Thanks for writing in. I’m so glad you enjoyed the article. Have a fabulous day! Kelly
Hi Ive got into a rut and don’t look forward to going to bed on my own…so I am certainly going to try some of these things to make my bedtime more attractive.Thankyou
Hello Marian! Making your bedroom more cozy will make it more enticing to spending time there alone. I love my fairy lights. My bedroom and porch have them. Kelly
I turned my tv off an hour before I went to bed and read my book.I had a brill nights sleep in fact turned my alarm off and fell back to sleep lol.Thankfully got to work on time tho!
Marian, I’m so glad you’re taking care of yourself. Reading a book before bed is the perfect way to end the night. Thanks for letting us know! Kelly
Ive done it two nights on the trot and best nights sleep Ive had in ages?
This is soooo good!!! I dream of hygge and your list is so practical and easy to execute. I really needed to see this today, especially gratitude. I feel cozy already and look forward to incorporating these rituals. Thank you!
Hello Monica! A blank canvas is the perfect way to begin! Now your space can be all yours and you can create a perfect world for your soul in your own backyard. Kelly
Hello Jackie! Thanks for letting me know. Life can be rough out there, so it’s important to take the time to give back to yourself. I just wrote another post today about transforming your backyard in to a hygge retreat. Kelly
I’ve been looking for a word that describes what I’m seeking in my life. Especially with my little children. I look forward to implamenting all of these with my little ones in the evening. I’m excited to start this journey.
Hello Ames! I’m so glad you found the article. Hygge is the perfect way to live your life and share the wonders of the world with your children. Thanks for letting me know. Kelly
Great article! I love your suggestion to say goodnight to the moon! I think it is super sweet and peaceful. I also enjoy using essentials oils.. I have a pillow spray that does wonders! Thanks for sharing!
Hello Paige! Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it! Kelly