I know it’s easier said than done because if you have a lot of things on your plate, having a good night’s sleep is the last on your sleep. If you have an infant, slumbering is next to impossible.
But, no matter how tough things are, find ways on how you can prioritize sleep.
Personal Experience: As a mom and freelancer, it’s hard to manage time. You see, I take care of my kid in the morning and work late at night and I noticed how irritable I am with everything.
I’m also exhausted even after waking up and I read that depriving yourself of sleep is bad for your physical and mental health.
So, I changed my schedule. Instead of waking up at 1 in the morning, I get up at 5 in the morning so I can have a few hours for myself. I use this to finish some of my tasks. When my toddler wakes up, I’ll start doing chores and when he goes to school, I continue working. I also make sure to delegate some tasks to my husband.
Not depriving myself of having a good sleep has helped me in many ways, especially in improving my mental health.