Sleep and Light

B1 – Intermediate

Sleep is essential for all humans and animals. Without sleep, our bodies won’t have the time to rest and recharge. However, it’s not only about the number of hours that matter, but also the conditions under which we sleep.

Researchers have discovered that sleeping with the lights on can cause serious health problems. Now, sleeping in the dark not only makes sense, but could also have huge benefits on our overall health.

Read the article below to learn about the effects on our health when we sleep in a brightly-lit room.

https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2203/220324-sleeping-with-the-light-on-1.html

Discussion Questions:

  1.  Share your opinion, “It is important to sleep in the dark. Sleeping with the light on could be bad for us.“
  2. How do phones, TVs, and other screens impact sleep at night?
  3. Why is it important to maintain a consistent sleep environment?
  4. How do you prefer your bedroom set up for your sleep? Lights on or lights off? Very quiet or with a little noise? with blackout curtains or sleep masks? etc. Describe.
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4 replies on “Sleep and Light”

1. Sleep in darkness, Reduce noise, Avoid watching TV, reading, or working in the sleeping area.
2. It’s not just the number of hours you spend asleep that’s important—it’s the quality of those hours.
3. After a day or two without proper sleep I fell bad, tired…
4. I can last with only a few hours of sleep 2 or 3 days. No more.
5. Yes, I think so. Apps that monitor sleep are effective and helpful if the device is a good device.
6. No, I don’t monitor my sleeping patterns. I don’t have a device.
7. I deal with low energy during the day because of lack of sleep with coffee and caffeine.

You did great with your writing practice this term!

Here is a better way to write your response to Question # 1:

Sleep in darkness, Reduce noise, Avoid watching TV, reading, or working in the sleeping area.

Sleeping in the dark with a quiet surrounding and avoiding watching TV, reading, or working in the sleeping area are some things that let me sleep well.

Until next time!

1-I need to sleep in the dark, and have a good pillow. It is very important to me the silence in the bedroom.

2-I need to sleep 7/ 8 hours a day. If I don`t sleep I have headaches and I`m grumpy all day.

3-After a day or two without proper sleep I feel tired and no patience for anything.

4-Just one day. For me it´s so important to sleep as to breathe.
5- yes, I think so. Can be very useful for those who have sleep problems.
6-No. I don´t have a device.
7- I drink coffee and I have to take more breaks during the day.

Good work with your answers!

See how this sentence can be improved further:

For me it´s so important to sleep as to breathe.

For me, sleeping is as important as breathing.

Always enjoy your writing practice!

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