Sleep the clock around

I have had a nightly routine for years that helps me wind down and get to sleep. I do moon salutations, write in my gratitude journal, rub on magnesium oil and have my herbal tea.

It's a beautiful way to wind down, especially if it's been a hectic, crazy day. I love transitioning from my awake time to getting a good nights rest.

I used to buy boxed teas, but they aren't always pure or even contain the real deal. My local health food stores (and in Sioux Falls, I'm pretty lucky because I have a few great choices) carry loose herbs in their bulk foods section. I bought chamomile

nutmeg

and valerian

, all of which promote sleep. 

I add them to a tea ball and let it steep in boiling water for 15 minutes. You can either drink it as is

or add milk and honey.

Then lay down for restful sleep.