Arianna Huffington Bedtime Wind Down
Arianna Huffington's bedtime routine focuses on strict digital detachment, a warm Epsom salt bath, dedicated sleep clothes, and print reading to transition into deep rest.
5 time blocks, 60 minutes in total.
Time blocks
- Escort All Devices Out of Bedroom: 5 min
Turn off screens and place phone in another room to charge - Soak in an Epsom Salt Bath: 20 min
Dim the bathroom lights and soak in warm water with bath salts - Change into Pajamas and Drink Tea: 10 min
Put on dedicated sleepwear and sip warm herbal tea - Read a Physical Book: 20 min
Read poetry, fiction, or philosophy on printed paper - Cool Dark Room Transition: 5 min
Set room temperature cool, turn off all lights, and settle in
About this routine
Arianna Huffington's bedtime routine took shape after her 2007 collapse from physical exhaustion and burnout. The experience prompted her to treat sleep as a non-negotiable performance pillar rather than a luxury, leading to the creation of her detailed evening ritual.
The sequence begins by removing all electronic devices from the sleeping space. Huffington famously escorts her phone out of the bedroom so late night notifications cannot disrupt her mind. She then transitions to a hot bath with Epsom salts and candles, signalling to her nervous system that the work day is over. Changing into dedicated sleepwear and sipping hot herbal tea reinforces the psychological boundary between work and rest.
The final stretch relies on physical print books. She avoids screens, e-readers, and work-related documents, choosing poetry, novels, or philosophy instead. Following a structured evening sequence with a routine timer helps train the mind to disengage from work and transition into restful sleep.
Why this routine works
- Eliminates late night screen distraction and blue light exposure
- Signals physiological relaxation through warm bath temperature drops
- Establishes clear mental boundaries between work hours and rest
- Encourages calm mental focus through physical print reading
FAQ
What is Arianna Huffington's bedtime routine?
Arianna Huffington's bedtime routine involves charging phones outside the bedroom, taking a warm Epsom salt bath, changing into real pajamas, sipping herbal tea, and reading physical books.
Why does Arianna Huffington remove her phone from the bedroom?
She escorts her electronics out of the bedroom to eliminate blue light, avoid work emails before sleep, and create a stress-free environment for rest.
What does Arianna Huffington read before sleep?
She reads physical print books focused on poetry, philosophy, or fiction, intentionally avoiding work documents, news, or electronic devices.