Her Renewed Strength Podcast | Episode 86

Hey, Sis!

Have you ever had a really exhausting day and just plopped in bed and woke up to have another one with the same level of exhaustion? How in the world do you recover?

I am a big advocate for rhythms and routines. So today, I am sharing a simple bedtime routine that will help you unwind from your overwhelming day and get a good night’s rest!

I hope this helps you!

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Making Scripture Come Alive “Erika is a natural at applying the wisdom of Scripture to real life, no matter what the circumstance. I love hearing her perspective, from motherhood to marriage to experiencing God’s presence, and more. Thank you, Erika, for your encouragement in daily living — Your words bring me great peace.”

– EasyAger –

Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode:

• Discover the five simple bedtime routines you need to unwind from your hectic day and sleep well at night

• Learn how to stay committed to the Lord while taking care of yourself and growing in your relationship with Him

• Find out how to fit rhythms and routines into your busy schedule

“Terrible sleep does terrible things to you. It actually increases your anxiety levels.”

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Check out these episode highlights:

02.12 – A short story on the long season of my life when my husband and I were on opposite schedules (he worked nights, and I worked during normal business hours)

04.08 – How a simple, very effective wind-down routine helped me not go insane at nighttime

05.02 – 5 Simple & Effective Bedtime Routine To Unwind From An Overwhelming Day

Routine #1: Turn off Screens 30-Minutes Prior to Your Intended Sleep Time

• Get off social media (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc…)

• Turn off your phone

06.09 – Routine #2: Do Your Hygiene Routine

• Shower

• Definitely brushing your teeth, flossing

• Bathroom and skin care

07.19 – Routine #3: 10-Minute Stretch + Listen to Scripture

• Listen to the Word of God directly from the Bible app

• Stretch out your upper body, lower body, side bends, forward bends

08.59 – Routine #4: Lay in Bed and Check in With The Lord

• Think about your day (what you went through, what you enjoyed)

• Think back to what you might have done that offended God

• Repent of any sins that you recall (pride, unforgiveness, disdain, division, etc…)

• Give thanks for at least three to five things

09.46 – Routine #5: Just Lay and Don’t Do Anything

11.02 – The importance of getting into the habit and discipline of winding down at the end of the day

11.59 – Why accountability is crucial to seeing things through and being consistent

12.29 – An a la carte session of my Stress-Free Productivity is still available

Need help in building rest and recovery into your busy schedule? I can help you with my Stress-Free Productivity Sessions. I will look at your week, make sure you keep your commitments and grow in your walk with the Lord while taking care of yourself. Email me at erika@herrenewedstrength.com

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