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Home » Tips

The Benefits of Sleep

By Jill Parkin • Published: Mar 4, 2015 · Updated: Apr 26, 2024

I recently began posting about how I have a hard time getting to sleep at night and how I have partnered with P&G's Try it & Love it program to finally get some relief and catch some zzzzz's. I have shared some of my personal sleep tips and how I've used the Febreze Sleep Serenity Mist Collection to create a more soothing sleep environment.

On nights when I've had difficulty sleeping, ZzzQuil has helped me fall asleep easily. I am happy to say that I do feel a lot more rested these days. By putting a little more conscious thought into my sleep routine, it has helped me get a better nights rest. according to a survey fielded by Febreze and ZzzQuil the average time spent falling asleep after getting into bed on Sundays is 64 minutes! Another cool finding is 84 percent of Americans say they wake up at least once during the night on Sundays with the average being 2.2 times.

This week just happens to be Sleep Awareness Week and don't forget, Daylight Savings Time is this Saturday! we will be springing forward, so that means we will loose an hour of sleep...boo hoo! make sure to try and make up that hour by going to bed a little earlier, sleeping in or taking a power nap. according to a recent ZzzQuil survey, more than half of all US adults say their sleep is affected by Daylight Saving Time; for those that say they suffer from occasional sleeplessness, more than 60% cite DST as effecting their sleep.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, when we sleep well, we wake up feeling refreshed and alert for our daily activities. sleep affects how we look, feel and perform on a daily basis, and can have a major impact on our overall quality of life. the sleep get directly contributes to a healthy immune system, and can also balance our appetites by helping to regulate levels of the hormones ghrelin and leptin. this plays a role in our feelings of hunger and fullness. when we're sleep deprived, we tend to feel the need to eat more food, which can lead to weight gain.

Even though you may think that you are being "unproductive" while you sleep but that is far from the truth. the one-third of our lives that we spend sleeping, plays a direct role in how full, energetic and successful the other two-thirds of our lives can be.

By paying attention to how much sleep i got this month i definitely can feel a difference. i even decide to wear one of the sleep monitor bands to see just how much sleep i have been getting. it has revealed that more and more, my deep sleep time is improving....just by being aware of my body sleep choices i make. better sleep has even made my life more productive. i remember thinking multiple times during the day "wow...i feel so awake today. i actually feel like i got some sleep last night." i wish it was as easy for me to fall asleep as my little boys do.

i plan on continuing my new sleep regime, and am very happy that i have the option of using products from the Febreze Sleep Serenity Bedroom Mist collection such as the Moonlit Lavender spray, as well as the Warm Milk & Honey.

and on those especially hard-to-get-sleep nights where i am tossing and turning, it is especially comforting that i can turn to ZzzQuil, a non-habit-forming sleep-aid that is supposed to help you get exactly what you need-a good night's rest so you can wake up feeling refreshed. i am definitely a happier person when i am able to actually catch some zzzzz's.

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Comments

  1. Hilda

    March 04, 2015 at 3:27 pm

    Awesome !!

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  2. Jen Marrs

    March 04, 2015 at 5:31 pm

    Zzzzzzzz--- I love my sleep and would Love to get in on this goodness!! Loved your post!

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  3. Teri Martinez

    March 04, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    So could use this ; )

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  4. Kelly D

    March 05, 2015 at 6:33 am

    I could always use a better night's sleep. Thank you!

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  5. donna

    March 05, 2015 at 10:38 am

    I could use a good nights sleep too! Thank you.

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  6. pattie

    March 05, 2015 at 11:06 am

    haven't tried it yet - would love to get a better night's sleep.

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  7. Jen F.

    March 05, 2015 at 11:34 am

    I'll never turn down sleep!

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  8. Julie G

    March 05, 2015 at 11:52 am

    These sprays are such a good idea and zzzquil is amazing!!!

    Reply
  9. wendy christensen

    March 05, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Oh boy I could use a good nite sleep

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  10. Lisa

    March 05, 2015 at 3:16 pm

    I would love to try this - there's nothing worse than not being able to fall asleep

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  11. Darla Bunyan

    March 05, 2015 at 5:16 pm

    I soooooo need this! I have had so much trouble sleeping for the last 2 months!

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  12. Rajee Pandi

    March 06, 2015 at 4:35 am

    Never tried Olay Soothing Orchid body wash sounds new to me

    Reply
  13. Rebecca

    March 06, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    Could so use this!

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  14. Goldie

    March 06, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    With kids, a goodnights sleep is always precious.. happy mom makes happy kids. :)..

    Reply
  15. Heather

    March 06, 2015 at 6:37 pm

    Would love a good nights sleep

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  16. Donelle

    March 06, 2015 at 9:27 pm

    Oh boy, I could use a good nights sleep! 🙂

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  17. Jennifer H.

    March 07, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    A full night's sleep? Sounds like heaven to me!

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  18. Debbie Welchert

    March 07, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    I love getting a good night's sleep.

    Reply
  19. Jamie Johnson

    March 08, 2015 at 2:15 pm

    Sleep is important for everybody in the family! These look like great products to try!

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  20. Charlene Drake

    March 09, 2015 at 6:07 am

    I've been using Zzzquil for a few months now, great product.

    Reply
  21. Amy Orvin

    March 09, 2015 at 8:54 am

    This would really help me sleep better!
    I love all these products listed. Getting tired just thinking about using them.

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  22. Elena

    March 09, 2015 at 3:18 pm

    I really need this to get a better sleep

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  23. monica

    March 10, 2015 at 1:16 am

    Smells play a huge part in relaxation. Honestly, I have had insomnia since I was 12 an I am always having to find new ways to relax and get calmed for bed. This sounds like a great combo.

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  24. Megan Swinney

    March 10, 2015 at 5:12 am

    With 3 kids and juggling everything and being stressed out to where my mind don't stop to let me sleep and I wake up feeling horrible. I could really use this. Thank you for the chance. Have a wonderful day!

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  25. Danell Elswick

    March 10, 2015 at 8:23 am

    Pick me for all those great prizes! I need sleep with a 2 year old that likes to wake up and sing loudly at 2am! 🙂

    Reply
  26. kristy balser

    March 10, 2015 at 8:24 am

    this sounds like a night of bliss 🙂 I do good to sleep a full 4 hr's befor I wake up. to be able to make it a whole night thru look out world

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  27. Em Mahr

    March 10, 2015 at 9:25 am

    I definitely need a good night's sleep! I struggle with insomnia.

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  28. Diana Stanhope

    March 10, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    I could sure use a good night sleep!

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  29. Harmony B

    March 10, 2015 at 5:17 pm

    I love sleep but I haven't had much in the last 7 years. 4 kids7 and under

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  30. Alison Gibb

    March 10, 2015 at 9:19 pm

    I would love to win this giveaway!! My life is very stressful and these products would be very helpful!!

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  31. Cass Sudduth

    March 10, 2015 at 10:17 pm

    I would love to won this awesome package. I don't get much sleep so I need all the help I can get

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  32. Wendi

    March 11, 2015 at 2:33 am

    sounds like my perfect match and i love that there are cozy socks my favorite!!!

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  33. Bridget Merker

    March 11, 2015 at 8:00 am

    What a great prize. Thank you for your review.

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  34. kathy dalton

    March 11, 2015 at 9:41 am

    I have COPD and sleeping soundly is a struggle. This prize would be incredible

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  35. David

    March 11, 2015 at 10:30 am

    We use Febreeze in our home, but I have never seen these sleep serenity mists.

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  36. wen budro

    March 11, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    What a wonderful themed prize package! I have insomnia and it's a constant struggle....so I appreciate anything that helps me sleep better.

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  37. shirley

    March 11, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    I have not tried the Febreze Sleep Serenity yet, I am wanting to now.

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  38. Audra

    March 11, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    I could use a good nights sleep!

    Reply
  39. Birdiebee

    March 11, 2015 at 6:46 pm

    I love this prize package and I sure could use some sleep. My roommate snores and I can hear them through the walls and down the hall. I don't remember the last time I slept through the night but it has to b at least over 2 years ago.

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  40. brittany koelmel

    March 11, 2015 at 7:03 pm

    I love zzzquil! I only recently started using it in the past few years and its a life saver when I'm sick! Thank you:)

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  41. Lisa Vanhook

    March 11, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Not only does my husband snore but our Yorkie and our Doxie both snore,,,and they sleep between us!!..lol

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  42. lindsay hess

    March 11, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    Thank you!! This prize could come in handy around our house with all this sickness!!

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  43. allyson tice

    March 11, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    Awesome nighty night pack! would love to get some sold shut eye with ZQuil!!

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  44. Leah Shumack

    March 11, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    I am always looking for a way to get a better sleep at night! Would love to win!

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  45. shea balentine

    March 12, 2015 at 12:40 am

    I use ZzzQuil when I have problems going to sleep, and it really does work! Love that stuff! Thanks for the chance! =)

    Reply
  46. Pam H.

    March 12, 2015 at 4:50 am

    I need a better sleep regimen. I wake up exhausted every morning and barely make it through the day.

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  47. Amy Tebow

    March 12, 2015 at 4:57 am

    My husband and I have been struggling to get a good nights sleep would love to try these wonderful products! Thank you for the chance!!

    Reply
  48. Annmarie W.

    March 12, 2015 at 5:37 am

    Just reading the prizes makes me feel de-stressed and relaxed! I'd love all those items!

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  49. shelly peterson

    March 12, 2015 at 5:41 am

    Thanks for the wonderful giveaway. I sure could use some help sleeping.
    cshell090869 at aol dot com

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  50. lisa kay

    March 12, 2015 at 5:50 am

    I Could really use a good night Sleep..=/

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  51. pamela j

    March 12, 2015 at 6:04 am

    This would be the best thing ever for my college student! Thanks!

    Reply
  52. TallulahJane

    March 12, 2015 at 6:06 am

    It is amazing how little sleep most Americans get. My son is in college and is suffering from this inability to fall asleep for over a month now, and I have been reading up on sleep deprivation. I really enjoyed your article. I would love to win and let him get some rest.

    Reply
  53. amy tolley

    March 12, 2015 at 6:08 am

    this would be a great giveaway i would love to try the olay body wash

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  54. megan Tilley

    March 12, 2015 at 6:35 am

    Aww this would be so great. I need some good sleep!

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  55. latanya

    March 12, 2015 at 7:02 am

    Great products

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  56. Sydney

    March 12, 2015 at 7:03 am

    Nothing beats a goodnight's sleep!

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  57. Dawn Monroe

    March 12, 2015 at 7:16 am

    I didnt know Febreeze offered these type of products. Nyquil has helped us several times this winter! Thanks.

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  58. sara s

    March 12, 2015 at 7:22 am

    I had no idea that Febreeze had sprays to assist with sleep! how awesome 🙂 Thanks for sharing with us!

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  59. Marija

    March 12, 2015 at 7:38 am

    All these products look great. I have been having a rough go of it come nighttime lately, so I'd love to give these all a shot.

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  60. courtney hennagir

    March 12, 2015 at 8:00 am

    This would be so awesome to win! I love Febreeze and I have been wanting to try the Zzzquil.Thanks for the chance!

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  61. Wehaf

    March 12, 2015 at 8:16 am

    I always feel so much better when I sleep well; it makes an enormous difference!

    Reply
  62. Juliana Rezaiezadeh

    March 12, 2015 at 8:27 am

    What a great giveaway! Thank you for the chance of winning 🙂

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  63. Allison S.

    March 12, 2015 at 8:34 am

    This is a great prize. Thanks for the article!

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  64. Diana Hatch

    March 12, 2015 at 8:47 am

    This would be such a great package to win!

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  65. Airs

    March 12, 2015 at 8:50 am

    ooohhh!! Would love to have this!!! With moving and new baby and mom of 3 is crazy and so stressing. Would love that relaxing smell and goodnight sleep. Pick me!!! 😉

    Reply
  66. Belinda E

    March 12, 2015 at 9:23 am

    I would love to try this out! Sleep is definitely important for me as I suffer from bipolar disorder. Thanks for the post!

    Reply
  67. Heather M

    March 12, 2015 at 9:30 am

    I'm a huge Febreze fan and NyQuil is always my go-to nighttime cold medicine, AND I sometimes have a lot of trouble sleeping. so it's crazy I haven't tried either Febreze's Sleep Serinity OR ZzzQuil!

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  68. Tammy Woodall

    March 12, 2015 at 9:38 am

    The Febreze and ZzzQuil Sleep Package is a perfect combination to help you get a good night's sleep. Thank you for the opportunity.

    Reply
  69. Darlene Owen

    March 12, 2015 at 9:41 am

    Febreze is my go to air freshener, I have 3 black lab dogs and there are times it is a must have.

    Reply
  70. Glenna F

    March 12, 2015 at 9:42 am

    I would love to win this, great prize!

    Reply
  71. Vicki

    March 12, 2015 at 10:02 am

    What a great giveaway! Thanks so much!

    Reply
  72. Marcia Goss

    March 12, 2015 at 10:02 am

    What a wonderful prize package! Who couldn't use more sleep! Thanks.

    Reply
    • Jill

      March 27, 2015 at 10:56 am

      Congrats! You are the winner!

      Reply
  73. Fiona N

    March 12, 2015 at 10:25 am

    I would love to win this great Febreze and ZzzQuil Sleep Package. P&G products are awesome!
    Thank You for the chance

    Reply
  74. Donna L

    March 12, 2015 at 11:00 am

    Great prize! I love Febreze products. Thanks for the chance to win..

    Reply
  75. Sheila K.

    March 12, 2015 at 11:02 am

    I don't even remember the last time I slept through the night!

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  76. Lisa Walker

    March 12, 2015 at 11:03 am

    With 5 kids, it's almost impossible to get enough sleep. This would help me to relax and sleep deeper when I get my few hours.

    Reply
  77. Susan DeVaux

    March 12, 2015 at 11:10 am

    Awesome giveaway! Love both those products!

    Reply
  78. Jessica Beard

    March 12, 2015 at 11:13 am

    I'd love to win this for my family.

    Reply
  79. Stefanie Gladden

    March 12, 2015 at 11:15 am

    I always need help with sleep!

    Reply
  80. Brandy williams

    March 12, 2015 at 11:48 am

    I love Febreze and would love to try the zzzquil! Thank you for the chance!!!

    Reply
  81. Amber Romero

    March 12, 2015 at 11:48 am

    Sounds like an awesome package, hope to win! ♡

    Reply
  82. Sara Phillips

    March 12, 2015 at 1:34 pm

    I haven't tried zzzzquil but it sounds like a great product! And those Febreze sprays look like something I'd like!

    Reply
  83. janetfaye

    March 12, 2015 at 1:46 pm

    I would love to try these products for a nice restful sleep!

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  84. Marnie

    March 12, 2015 at 2:15 pm

    What a great package! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.

    Reply
  85. Angela Saver

    March 12, 2015 at 2:43 pm

    I would love to win this! Thanks for the chance!

    andysavi.mom@gmail.com

    Reply
  86. Donna Teller

    March 12, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    Great giveaway. This would really come in handy.

    Reply
  87. Itzel Calleja

    March 12, 2015 at 3:05 pm

    I need it!!! Looks like awesome package!

    Reply
  88. jennifer Shelton

    March 12, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    I would love to win this! Thank you for the giveaway! Good luck everyone!!!

    Reply
  89. Dusty Schnur

    March 12, 2015 at 4:38 pm

    My kids have their days and nights mixed up so I need all the help sleeping that I can!

    Reply
  90. liz l

    March 12, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    Very cool- would love this

    Reply
  91. jennifer

    March 12, 2015 at 6:02 pm

    I absolutely love sleep... although rare, I love a great 9 hours of sleep!

    Reply
  92. Pam C.

    March 12, 2015 at 6:33 pm

    This looks like a wonderful package. It will be great when someone in our family doesn't feel so good.

    Reply
  93. Julie

    March 12, 2015 at 7:22 pm

    What a great package yeah ..This would be fabulous to have in the house:)

    Reply
  94. Jim B.

    March 12, 2015 at 7:37 pm

    i need some extra sleep.

    Reply
  95. Sue Hull

    March 12, 2015 at 7:42 pm

    This is what I call alittle piece of heaven prize package. I love your quilt. My sister makes them. Thank you for the restful giveawy and the chance to win 🙂

    Reply
  96. Rachael S

    March 12, 2015 at 7:45 pm

    Would love to win! I need this! lol

    Reply
  97. Katie Bellamy

    March 12, 2015 at 8:06 pm

    The Warm Milk & Honey spray smells so good!

    Reply
  98. Seyma Shabbir

    March 12, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    Thanks for hosting a giveaway with a great package! All moms need sleep and I am sure we could use more sleep!!

    Reply
  99. jaime

    March 12, 2015 at 8:14 pm

    I definitely need some help staying asleep all night. I'm so tired!!

    Reply
  100. SARAH CHANEY

    March 12, 2015 at 8:25 pm

    I totally need this right now!

    Reply
  101. Jill

    March 27, 2015 at 10:57 am

    *Giveaway closed* Marcia Goss is the winner

    Reply

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