World Sleep Day: How to Achieve High-Quality Sleep?


March 21 marks World Sleep Day, once again bringing the topic of sleep into the spotlight of public discourse. According to a survey by the World Health Organization, about one-third of people worldwide experience sleep-related issues. To raise global awareness about the critical importance of sleep, the WHO launched a worldwide campaign in 2001, designating March 21—the first day of spring—as "World Sleep Day" each year.


 

 

"After finishing this game, it’s time for bed." "This novel is absolutely captivating—I’ll read a few more chapters first." "It’s still early to hit the sack; let me scroll through some videos instead." These days, many people’s sleep struggles aren’t about being unable to fall asleep—they’re about simply *not wanting* to. After a long day of work, most are left with limited free time. Faced with an endless array of entertainment options, countless individuals choose to stay up late, dragging their nights well past midnight. As a result, they wake up the next day feeling groggy and disoriented, almost tempted to give themselves a good talking-to for staying up so late last night.


 

 

Sleep doesn’t just affect your mental state—it also plays a crucial role in your physical health. Chronic sleep deprivation can weaken the body’s immune system, and in severe cases, may even lead to conditions like hypertension, coronary heart disease, and cerebrovascular disorders, ultimately impacting both your health and quality of life. So, for the sake of your well-being and the quality of your daily life, make it a habit to put away your phone before bed—and get some good, restful sleep.


 

 

Besides staying up late on purpose, many people are also troubled by "difficulty falling asleep." High work pressure, daily chores, and heavy academic burdens mean that both adults and children—more or less—are grappling with anxiety. The more anxious you feel, the harder it becomes to drift off at night, creating a vicious cycle. When you’re feeling restless and unable to sleep, instead of overthinking, try listening to soothing music to help shift your focus away from worries.


 

Good sleep also requires a comfortable mattress. The role of a mattress is to support our body and gently relieve the pressure it experiences. If the mattress is too soft and lacks adequate support, the heavier weight of the lower back area may sag downward, potentially harming spinal health. On the other hand, if the mattress is too firm and fails to ease the pressure on your back, it can lead to discomfort, causing you to toss and turn, making it difficult to fall asleep altogether.

 

A comfortable mattress should strike the perfect balance between softness and firmness, helping the body maintain a relaxed, natural state for better sleep. Dongguan-based, 30-year-old local brand Donble Mattress has delved deep into the science of human sleep, introducing a mattress product that makes it effortless to turn over during the night. Easy turning not only promotes healthier sleep but also ensures optimal support—Donble Mattress is designed to scientifically cradle the body, evenly distributing weight and naturally encouraging movement. This feature helps relieve pressure on the back, enhancing overall sleep quality and allowing for more restful, rejuvenating nights.


 

The theme for World Sleep Day 2023 in China is "Good Sleep, the Source of Health." Health is the foundation for enhancing life quality—so tonight, let’s put down our phones and cheer on healthy sleep!