10 Simple Habits That Can Actually Help You Fall Asleep Faster

"Journaling helps by decreasing worry," Dr. Dimitriu said. "Thinking alone never makes worry go away. Writing, processing, and reasoning through problems on paper tends to be more effective than thinking alone." When I'm feeling particularly overwhelmed before bed, I find it's super helpful to write down my thoughts, whether it's a to-do list for the next day or a few calming affirmations. If worries keep you awake at night — or you just can't stop thinking about everything you need to get done when you wake up — writing down your thoughts might help you fall asleep faster, too.