Improving Sleep with YouTube
To tackle the obvious controversy, minimizing screen time before bed is key, as the extra light can disrupt sleep. However, for the author, YouTube has become a sleep aid, provided they find the right channels and set limits.
Previously, the author would only fall asleep to music or podcasts, with the occasional TV show in the background, such as Barney Miller reruns. Nowadays, they often fall asleep to YouTube on their nightstand Nest Hub or iPhone.
It's not that I can't sleep to music or podcasts anymore. Rather, it's because YouTube seems to work better, as long as I'm mindful about what I put on and what conditions I need to stay asleep.
The author notes that YouTube can be an effective sleep aid when used mindfully, with the right content and conditions.
Author's summary: YouTube helps with sleep when used correctly.