03/04/2026
Our busy days pull us in a million different directions. As a result, our bodies and minds stay revved up long after we finish our to-do lists. Establishing a daily rhythm (rituals known as dinacharya in Ayurveda) can help us reclaim balance.
We’re often too exhausted to think much about our nightly habits. But our quality of sleep sets the tone for our entire day. Intentional evening rituals help us flow from busy day to restful sleep.
How can evening rituals improve sleep?
Evening rituals quiet our “working” minds and signal it’s time to unwind. With simple, mindful practices, we can release the day and ground our energy. When bedtime rolls around, we’re calm, relaxed, and ready for shut eye.
In Ayurveda, Pitta dosha is active from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. During the day, Pitta energy helps you focus and get things done. At night, if Pitta is working over time, it interferes with restorative sleep. If you haven't prepared the mind sufficiently thoughts may spin round and round keeping you awake. Unfortunately, if you’re still awake – it can spark, not a second wind, but rather a second fire of productivity when we need to be asleep.
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