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Pre-Sleep Routine Stacking

Meaning

Pre-sleep routine stacking is a structured behavioral strategy that involves the sequential execution of a series of calming, low-stimulus activities in the final 60 to 90 minutes before the intended bedtime to cue the body and mind for the transition to sleep. This deliberate, consistent sequencing leverages the psychological principle of habit formation, creating a reliable and powerful environmental cue for the onset of sleep. The ultimate goal is to optimize the neuroendocrine environment by promoting melatonin secretion and reducing sympathetic nervous system activity.