You charge your phone overnight, but did you know it's draining your own battery? A growing number of people are adopting a "Digital Sunset" a cut-off time an hour before bed where all devices are placed in another room to charge.

The benefits are profound. Without the blue light from screens disrupting your natural sleep hormone (melatonin), you fall asleep faster and sleep more deeply. Waking up to an alarm clock instead of a barrage of notifications also means your first moments are calm and yours, not dominated by emails and social media.

"Your bedroom should be a sanctuary for sleep and relaxation, not a mini-office," advises sleep expert Dr. Fiona Lee. "When your phone is within reach, your brain remains in a state of low-level alertness, expecting a notification. Removing it breaks that anxiety loop."

How to Create Your Own Digital Sunset:

Invest in an Alarm Clock: A simple, cheap alarm clock removes the excuse for needing your phone.

Create a Charging Station: Designate a spot in your living room or hallway for overnight device charging.

Replace the Habit: Use the last hour of your day for reading a physical book, gentle stretching, or talking with your family.

It’s a small change with a huge payoff: reclaiming your sleep and your peace of mind.