It’s no secret that Netflix has taken over the world by storm, with over a whopping 207 million households owning a Netflix subscription! A huge percentage of Netflix users most frequently view their shows before bed, and that's because 56% of men have said they fall asleep with the TV on in the background, whilst 61% of women also used TV to induce sleep. So what can Netflix offer to your sleep health if it is such a large part of people's sleep routine?
A popular amongst late night watchers are the David Attenborough specials. The soothing sounds of nature and the gentle narrating voice of David Attenborough has been known to help people quickly fall into a deep sleep. Next time you fall asleep to the sound of the television, give “Our Planet” a go and see if it helps you drift off any easier.
A new addition to Netflix is "Headspace - A guide to sleep". This short yet effective series is filled with sleep facts, sleep help and a 10 minute calming exercise to help you drift off. Headspace itself is a meditation app, created to teach people life changing mindfulness skills. So before you turn on your usual TV show before bed, think about how those sounds may be restricting you from obtaining the healthiest sleep possible, and possibly give “A Guide to Sleep” a listen instead?