August is that strange in-between season—summer’s still here, but routines are shifting. Whether you're heading back to school, back to the office, or just craving a sense of normalcy, now is the perfect time to reset your sleep schedule and ease into a healthier rhythm before fall hits.
Why Summer Throws Off Your Sleep
Let’s be honest—summer is great, but it doesn’t always support good sleep. Long daylight hours, late-night plans, vacation travel, and rising temperatures can all disrupt your body’s natural rhythm. You may have stayed up later, slept in more often, or skipped parts of your usual bedtime routine.
It’s fun while it lasts, but eventually your body—and mind—crave structure again.
Signs Your Sleep Routine Needs a Reset
If you’ve noticed any of the following, your body might be asking for a reset:
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You feel groggy even after a full night’s sleep
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Waking up feels harder than usual
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Your energy dips more than once during the day
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You’re reaching for caffeine more often
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You’re struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep
These are all subtle ways your body is signaling that it’s time to come back to balance.
How to Reclaim a Healthy Sleep Schedule
1. Set a consistent bedtime (and stick to it)
Start small—try going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This helps regulate your internal clock.
2. Cut the screen time 30–60 minutes before bed
Blue light from phones, TVs, and tablets disrupts melatonin production. Trade scrolling for a relaxing activity like journaling or reading.
3. Reintroduce calming rituals
Little habits go a long way in signaling to your brain that it’s time to wind down. Think: sipping herbal tea, doing light stretches, or spritzing your pillow with a calming mist.
4. Upgrade your sleep environment
Heat, noise, and clutter can all disrupt quality sleep. Opt for breathable, temperature-regulating bamboo bedding, keep your room cool, and block out light where you can.
Product Spotlight: Tools to Help You Reset
Getting back into a rhythm isn’t just about discipline—it’s also about creating an environment that invites rest. Here are a few of our favorite tools to help you ease back into routine:
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Bamboo Bedding: Cool, soft, and breathable—perfect for warm summer nights
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Sleep Journal: Reflect, release, and set intentions before bed
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Pillow Mist: Infused with lavender and chamomile to calm your senses
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Eye Mask: Blocks out light so your brain can fully rest
You don’t have to overhaul your life—just take a few intentional steps to honor your rest again.
August is National Wellness Month—Your Sleep Deserves a Reset Too
Wellness isn’t just about green smoothies and morning workouts—it starts with rest. As the seasons prepare to shift, give yourself permission to slow down, realign, and create space for deep, nourishing sleep.
Your body will thank you. Your mind will thank you. And your future self walking into fall? She’ll definitely thank you.