Since we spend one third of our lives asleep there are several ways we can practice better hygiene habits when trying obtain quality shut eye: setting up a comfortable bedroom environment by choosing supportive bedding materials along with controlling temperature settings; avoiding harmful substances like alcohol before bedtime; developing regular routines; engaging in relaxing activities before going to bed as opposed to stimulating ones such as watching horror films or playing video games right before dozing off; finding ways manage difficult emotions that prevent us from falling asleep quickly whatever they may be - worry or discouragement - by writing them down so you don't ruminate on them late into the night.