* **Prioritize tasks:** Focus on the most important tasks first. * **Schedule your day:** Plan a schedule for your day, but be flexible. * **Keep your schedule flexible:** Don’t be afraid to adjust your schedule as needed. * **Prioritize and spread out tasks:** If you have multiple tasks that can be completed over several days, prioritize them and spread them out. * **Be kind to yourself:** Be patient and understanding with yourself during recovery.

* **Consistency:** A consistent bedtime routine helps regulate your body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, known as the circadian rhythm. This rhythm is crucial for falling asleep and waking up feeling refreshed. * **Signal to the Body:** A consistent bedtime routine sends a signal to your body that it’s time to wind down and prepare for sleep. This signal helps your body produce melatonin, a hormone that promotes sleep. * **Reduces Stress and Anxiety:** Relaxation techniques incorporated into your bedtime routine can help reduce stress and anxiety, which are common culprits for sleep disturbances.