Sleep Easy Sleep is not a habit, and falling asleep can be easily impacted by the routines you have set in place (or not), as well as by physiological elements resulting from stress, anxiety, or depression. Most of us experience a period when falling asleep is a challenge, for one reason or another, but it is possible to improve your chances of falling asleep with methods that range from improving your routine and eating well, to using relaxation techniques. If you are routinely unable to fall asleep over a long period of time, it is possible your are suffering from a sleep disorder, and this should be diagnosed and treated by your doctor or other qualified. 1. Pay attention to what you are eating - There are a number of things you can do to help yourself sleep better, just by focusing on what you are eating and doing during the day. Some foods are known to aid sleep - eat carbohydrates, bananas, peanuts, and figs, and have milkbased drinks, as these contain tryptoph