As we’re going to bed, our minds are good at dwelling on things that went wrong during the day or reminding us of things to worry about. As a result, we wind up taking our stress and anxiety to bed with us.

Try focusing instead on things that went well that day, including things you’re grateful for. Don’t worry about trying to feel grateful, just notice the good things in your life.

Place a pen and paper at your bedside so they’ll be there when you go to bed. Just before you turn off the light to sleep, write down three things about your day that you’re grateful for. Your gratitude list might include the people you love, daily experiences, like the food you eat, something you did well today, or whatever you like.

Allow what you write to fill your mind as you turn off the light and go to sleep. This practice can set the tone for how you feel not only as you drift off to sleep but when you wake up in the morning.