Many people love to fall asleep to the soothing sound of white noise. It masks other jarring sounds, making it possible for people who have to sleep in a noisy environment to doze off peacefully.
White noise is created when low, medium, and high-frequency sounds are played at the same amplitude. To produce this noise, every frequency we, humans, can hear is played in a random order in the same intensity. This “shhhh” sound is often associated with radio or television static.
Disruptive noise such as a door slamming door does not necessarily jerk you out of your sleep state because it is loud. In fact, the change in the consistency of sound from a soft nothing to a loud blast is what interrupts your sleep. White noise masks these sudden changes in consistency. And, it can also be a useful tool for people who can’t sleep in a completely silent room.
White noise is becoming a popular tool of thousands to help the brain and body relax and get a good night's sleep. Here is why white noise helps you sleep better:
For restful sleep, you need an optimal sleep environment. If you live in a noisy household or a hostel, you will not always get peace and quiet when you are trying to sleep. White noise buffers unwanted sounds and creates a sound cocoon that shuts off all disturbing sounds from your brain.
Whether you have trouble falling asleep or don’t, it’s a good habit to establish a bedtime routine. This works great for both adults and children. Also, make sleep hygiene a daily habit! Brush your teeth, cleanse your face, change your clothes, and turn on the white noise before going to sleep.
Do you have trouble sleeping because the To-Do list in your brain won’t stop buzzing? Are issues in your personal life keeping you awake? Don’t worry! White noise can really help you – according to a study, it can even ease anxiety. There are many who use white noise to meditate.
People, in general, wake up several times each night. Even if they don’t remember it when they wake up, these interruptions affect their sleep immensely. Sleeping with white noise on will help you wake up more refreshed.
As already discussed, white noise masks the sounds that interrupt your sleep. That is why it lets you sleep through disturbances. And if you happen to wake up anyway, it will make it easier for you to fall back asleep.
