Sleep like on holiday

How well do you sleep in everyday life? Here you will find ideas on how you can sleep more and better in everyday life.

Sleep like on holiday

The figures are clear and show that many people sleep better on holiday than they do at work.

According to a survey by studyfinds.orggive 68 % of people say they get their best sleep on holiday. 75 % feel more refreshed in the morning after waking up than at home .

In a study by Springer on summer holidays, participants stated that on average 7.4 hours per night - in contrast to 6.7 hours in everyday working life . That is a plus of about 42 minutes of sleep per night.

Parallel to the duration, the quality of sleep was also rated significantly better in various studies (on a 10-point scale): 7.2 on holiday compared to everyday life. (Condé Nast Traveler, Jumper).

Well-being - including good sleep quality - reaches its peak around the eighth day of the holiday.

A large overview study shows that just one week's holiday is enough to reduce sleep deficits and improve the cardiovascular system.

But after just one week at home, you fall back to your everyday routine.

Long-term effect? After about a week back in everyday life, the boost diminishes - so it's worth planning regular time-outs.

Sleep better at home in everyday life

Sleeping woman

But that doesn't have to be the case. You can also learn to sleep longer and better in everyday life - and thus recharge your batteries, energy and zest for life. 
I appreciate Dr Mark Atkinson's 4-step sleep concept

Step 1: Understand why sleep is important
Poor sleep is not a minor problem, it affects everything - your immune defences, your mood, your mental clarity and your long-term health.

Remind yourself regularly that good sleep is so crucial. This is the first step towards lasting change.

Step 2: Define your sleep goal
Set yourself a clear intention. For example: „I sleep at least 5 hours 5 days a week.” Or “I wake up refreshed and full of energy at least five days a week.“ 
Defining this and, if necessary, checking it with a simple list or technical tracking tools will help you to find your focus and stick to it.

Step 3: Choose your strategies
Small measures often have a big impact, e.g. these 4: 

  • Clearing out the bedroom
  • Reduce screen time in the evening
  • Using food supplements
  • Develop a relaxing evening routine

Further initial tips can be found in the Online interview on the subject of sleep strategies.

And in the online course Sleep well. Basics I will give you the most important strategies for sleeping more relaxed and waking up more refreshed.  

Step 4: If nothing helps, look deeper
If lifestyle changes are not enough, consider getting your body checked and / or getting Coaching for topics that concern you.


My tip
Don't leave it to chance, but set a specific goal for your sleep now. Now. Yes, I mean right now. Not later, but now ;-)

I wish you relaxed and restful nights on holiday, but also back in everyday life! 

PS: In the new Coaching book you will also find many strategies for more peace and relaxation - for yourself and/or the people you accompany. 





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