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sleep tools to help my adhd brain wind down
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items after a full day of work, it can take some time for my brain to calm down (if it hasn't already crashed!) - these tools help me wind down and get a good night's sleep
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sleep set-up
a relaxing space before bedtime
calming the body
calming the mind
sleep set-up
creating an environment that you actually want to sleep in and know you'll sleep well in is key to setting yourself up mentally to go to bed
finding a mattress that provides comfort and not restlessness is key - this mattress helps with temperature control and spinal relief, two things that are important to me
OTTY mattress
a special treat for that extra bit of comfort
OTTY bamboo mattress topper
cotton duvet cover & pillow cases to finish off your bed set-up, creating the ultimate experience of comfort and freshness
OTTY cotton duvet cover & pillow case set
with two duvets in one, this again helps in any “what is the best set-up” decision-making in the future - you'll be prepared for both summer & winter for years to come
OTTY multi-season duvet
adjustable pillows mean no matter what you need day to day, you're prepared with a pillow that suits you (& again, OTTY pillows regulate temperature!)
OTTY adjustable pillow
and if you want to go that extra step further with a new bed frame too, this is the ultimate eco-friendly option for keeping your sleep set-up looking inviting and fresh
OTTY solid birch bed frame
a relaxing space before bedtime
creating a space at home that is calming in all aspects of the senses can help in leading the brain into a state of relaxation
with six calming sounds to help create a soothing environment- your brain will register this as winding down time once it's part of your routine
sound sleep soother
after a day of using lots of tech/ gadgets, it can be grounding to use something not so intense or high-tech!
crosley voyager record player
turning off the big light and adding warm tones via lamps is perfect for the eyes in adjusting to a more relaxed state
space vibes floating moon night lamp
an air purifying plant to help keeping the body & mind healthy!
peace lily spathiphyllum
calming the body
the mind connects feelings of safety and relaxation to the body, and these tools will be a great start to calming down both together, starting with the body
keeping the body relaxed and comfortable is a great way for my mind to feel comfortable and safe enough to start winding down
full body massage mat with heat
another great option for calming the body and the brain, especially when part of a routine
wellbeing relaxing cordless massage gun
getting the body warm & cosy helps in relaxing the mind!
wellbeing foot massager with heat
after sitting at a desk all day (hyper-focusing!), this is a fun gadget for keeping the body relaxed
wellbeing knee massager
another great tool for keeping the muscles relaxed and moving the body into a state of relaxation!
vibrating muscle back massager
calming the mind
telling the mind to “switch off” is unlikely to work - so these tools below are a good way to keep the mind busy while slowly giving it time to calm down and switch off
when I've been hyper-focusing on work, it can be hard to switch off… this book is a great thing to have on hand when I need to wind down slowly
big book of brain games: a puzzle book
reading fiction, rather than a productivity book, is a great way for my brain to switch off from work and relax
making of a murderer: short story
short stories are always a win for adhd brains, but with a new book released each year for the short story award, it also saves any decision making when you need a new book to read - you know this collection is next on the list!
bbc national short story award 2025