How to Combat Holiday Stress with Restful Sleep

At a Glance

Even the "most wonderful time of the year" can be emotionally taxing. After all, ‘tis the season for endless family visits, packed department stores, long lines at the grocery counter and frightful weather, so trust us when we say: we don’t blame you if you’re looking to get some extra shuteye.

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Combat Holiday Stress

Take a load off on top of one of our premier-line mattresses—and all your troubles will be miles away.

Combating Holiday Stress

Holiday stress can take a toll on sleep quality and duration, which, if inadequate, can have a severe impact on your physical and mental health. In some cases, it can turn your mood sour à la Ebenezer Scrooge.

So, this season, we implore you to aim for eight hours of sleep per night, no matter how mythical that prospect may seem. Research based on sleep stats that no matter how old you are, there is a certain amount of time you need to sleep every night. This may drastically change based on age, personality, and other factors but the sentiment remains the same. Making healthy sleep a priority, especially during the busy holiday season, is essential. Sleep hygiene like changing your sheets, showering regularly, and having a cool temperature throughout your home will help stressful sleep alleviate.

In other words, you have a valid excuse for when you’d like to excuse yourself from that obligatory holiday party early. Oh, and put down that peppermint mocha if it’s past 8 p.m.—for deep sleep, it is imperative that you avoid caffeine as it gets closer to bedtime.

And yes, while midday naps can help boost your mood and seemingly replenish your energy tank, we would advise against using long naps to supplement nighttime sleep. Instead, we recommend taking short 20–30-minute naps, which is enough time to improve your mood, alertness and performance on days you’re feeling extra sleep-deprived—without enabling an unhealthy sleep pattern.

Side Effects of Not Handling Stress Well

There are dozen of studies on how negating sleep during stressful situations or times of the year can effect your overall health. By not saying no to every opportunity to celebrate with family and friends, you're going to find yourself burnt out. Side effects of stress can look like:

Hair Loss
Irritability
Moodiness
Lack of Appetite
Increase of Appetite
Sluggishness
Depression
Anxiety
Sleeplessness
Over-Sleeping

These are just a few of the many ways your body may try to cope with not having enough rest. Another huge way you can easily help youself get more sleep is my making sure you're sleeping on the right mattress for your body type. Take into account your weight, age, favorite sleep position,and any aches and pains you experience chronically. By investing in a mattress that fits your body, you'll quickly find more energy during such a busy time of year.

Help You'll Sleep with BedFit

But really, this is all a preamble to say, it all starts with the right mattress! Stop by any of our Mattress Land locations to try our computerized test bed. Our exclusive BedFIT technology will precisely read your body’s pressure and alignment points to provide an array of mattress, pillow and foundation options. In the season of giving and receiving, you can expect optimal support from our SleepFit line of mattresses that will match the support you provide to loved ones year-round.

So, good night, sleep tight: don’t let the “bah, humbugs” bite!

Our Best Mattress Choice

Heading into the winter season, nothings better than having a new and cozy bed to cuddle up into. Check out our top choice for you.

Sealy® Elsanta Plush Hybrid Queen Mattress

sealy hybrid mattress

Looking for a hybrid mattress that combines the best of both worlds? Look no further than the Sealy Elsanta Plush Hybrid Queen Mattress. This premium mattress features upgraded cooling technology, high-density motion-reducing coils, breathable memory foam, and gel foam, all designed to give you a comfortable night's sleep. The reinforced mattress edge increases durability, while the antibacterial cover keeps the mattress protected.

This mattress features densely-packed coils around the edge for added durability, more sleeping area, and a solid seating surface. Plus, the coils provide better flexibility when paired with an adjustable base. Whether you're watching TV in bed or just relaxing after a long day, you'll appreciate the plush comfort of this hybrid mattress.

It can be so easy to become over-stressed with the holidays. It's a past-paced time of the year where demands from work, family, and yourself come into play. But stay ahead of the stress by treating yourself to a new mattress from Mattress Land. There are numerous options to choose from that are sure to help the holiday stress fade away.

FAQs

Let's review a few remaining questions below.

Which brand is the best mattress?

There are many brands of mattresses but some of the best include Sealy, Serta, and Beautyrest mattresses.

What type of mattress is best for me?

Depending on how you sleep, your height and weight, and if you have a partner sleeping with you are all factors that will impact what type of mattress is best.

data-renderer-start-pos="1664">Why Trust Mattress Land?

Since 1996, Mattress Land has been making strides in the mattress industry to provide our customers the sleep experience they need — and deserve. We do that by offering the ultimate customer experience, complete with our trained experts, BedFIT™ computerized diagnostics, and our impressive showroom. We’ll make sure that you find the right sleep solution for your sleeping habits so you can feel energized in your day-to-day life.

We are also proud of our diverse, employee-driven culture, where our teams work hard toward a common goal. We know that better sleep makes all the difference, and our commitment to changing the landscape of traditional mattress shopping is how we know Mattress Land is one of the best mattress stores around.

Shop Mattresses at Mattress Land

At Mattress Land, we provide quality name-brand mattresses for great prices. Our sleep experts are always happy to help you find the best mattress for you. With locations throughout California, Idaho, Nevada, and Washington, Mattress Land is bound to have a sleep solution for everyone. We are more accessible than ever! You can call us at 800-909-9299, visit our website to shop Mattress Land sales, and check out Mattress Land reviews online. Or better yet, stop by one of our showrooms to discover why we are everyone’s favorite local mattress store. Visit us today!

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