Every night we lay down to sleep, hoping for that restful slumber we all need. But it’s not always that simple. Various sleep issues can disrupt our rest and leave us feeling tired. Fortunately, your Android phone can come to the rescue. Here are some apps that can help you identify and tackle your sleep problems.
### No More Disturbances
**Let Me Sleep** is a free app that silences notification sounds during your specified sleep hours. Just set when you want the quiet time to start and end, and choose the days of the week. You won’t have to remember to mute your phone before bed anymore.
### Track Your Sleep Patterns
The **Sleep as Droid** app is comprehensive, tracking your movements and sleep sounds to map out your sleep cycles. It also acts as an alarm clock, waking you up gradually when your body is naturally ready, rather than jolting you awake. Some users even find it helpful for lucid dreaming. Keep your phone plugged in overnight if you use this app since it can drain your battery. Also, make sure the charging cord is positioned safely to avoid any accidents.
### Relaxing Sounds
**Relax and Sleep** offers a variety of soothing sounds to help you drift off. You can mix sounds like rain, a ticking clock, and white noise, and set a timer to fade them out gradually. The favorites feature makes it easy to replay the sounds you love. The app could be improved by allowing users to record and loop their own sounds.
### Guided Meditations
Guided meditation is a great way to relax each part of your body, clear your mind, and fall asleep. **Sleep Hypnosis – Relax!** is an app that works well for many, though some may not enjoy the voice or imagery. If that’s the case, try **Qi Gong Meditation Relaxation**. One of these should help you fall asleep soundly and wake up refreshed.
### Journaling
Writing down your daily worries can clear your mind and improve your sleep. **Private DIARY Free** is an excellent app for this. It’s highly rated and allows you to jot down personal thoughts and notes on other topics. Plus, password protection keeps your entries private.
If you still struggle with sleep after using these apps, it’s a good idea to see your doctor. They may refer you to a sleep specialist to address issues like insomnia, sleep apnea, and snoring, which can have serious long-term health effects if left untreated.