Our constant Internet access is one of the cons of living in the digital era. It can take a toll on our health, as some of us would rather play games or check our timelines than take a nap. Indeed, those who sell cell-phones and other types of gadgets are making a fortune now.

The good news is that there are apps that we can use for our own well-being. If you are having a hard time falling asleep, don’t count sheep. Try these apps instead:

Sleep Cycle

This intelligent alarm clock finds your light sleep phase and wakes you up during that time so you will feel naturally rested. It will not wake you up when you are in deep sleep, which is a good thing if you had a long day. This free app is available for Android and iOS.

Go to bed

Just like what the name suggests, the app was created to evoke you to sleep. For people who need a constant reminder to get to bed, this app can be of great help. If you are up for a competition, use their Leaderboard to see how much sleep your friends get on average for the week.

Digipill

When we are calm, it is easier to fall asleep. Ideal for people who cannot relax their minds easily, the Digipill is a free app that can motivate you to sleep through meditation. Unlike pills, it will not cause any negative side effects on your body.

Pzizz

It works by easing your mind through relaxing binaural beats and enchanting music. You can use it for free or subscribe at a certain cost to purchase all the features. They also have the Focus Module that you can use if you need to be extra productive after a full rest.

Sleep Genius

The goal of this app is to trigger the brain to sleep faster and longer. It uses a gentle alarm to help you meditate and take a nap. They recently launched the Sleep Genius Baby, emphasizing that babies have different brain patterns than adults.

Sleepo

Do you find it calming to hear the sound of the rain? In this free app, you will be delighted with different sounds, some inspired by nature, and some by city and environment noise. This free app allows you to mix sounds, like rain with piano or stormy flute.

Deep Sleep with Andrew Johnson

Andrew Johnson is a self-help expert who already conducted workshops on relaxation techniques over the last two decades. He has several apps, and the deep sleep app is a guided meditation app that can be purchased for $2.99.

There you have it! Which among these apps have you used? Did they help you have longer and deeper sleep? At this time and age, we cannot deny the fact that we rely so much on technology. But let’s not forget to take care of ourselves, too. With better sleep, we can be more productive throughout the day.