7 things not to do before you go to sleep

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Avoid the booze before bed.

Getting a good night's rest is about more than just going to bed at an appropriate time.

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It's also about arranging your evening so that it's not stressful or stimulating in a way that can make it hard to fall and stay asleep.

We know: It's easier said than done.

To help you out, we've rounded up seven common behaviors that can ruin your rest - plus what you can do instead.