INVESTING IN RESTING

terrible terrible night terrible don't do that we hope you enjoyed your stay with us since to Kyoto your visit with such a short one but we must leave it is impossible to dream but your poor mattress it is Nepali on why must you leave at this hour frankly Josephine I can't sleep on this terrible bed might not be a bad idea just go on off and fight the Russians all the way to Moscow only sherry [Music] [Laughter] [Music] [Applause] you're back yes that still hurts we didn't beat that Russian weather either I'm exhausted get up you're going with me back to the front the front of the nearest furniture store to get us a decent Maxis [Music] [Applause] hello I'm Julia Meade ever since time began the human species has sought a good night's sleep and the attempts at finding such slumber have been mind-blowing at times you certainly don't have to be hit over the head to realize that there are times when it just seems impossible to get a good night's sleep [Music] excluding those with medical disorders requiring expert professional attention the vetting industry is compiled vital information on how most of us can best sleep scientists speculate on why some people just can't seem to get the rest they need within each of us is a natural clock this morning it was learned that eight hours of sleep are essential for many people but as little as five are perfect for others and yes some people really do require a full 10 hours of slumber each night to be their natural selves holy lady yeah they're gonna kill me question is your mind trained to sleep and prepared for sleep if not it's time to enroll in the Julia Meade school for blissful slumber now here's how you graduate first we drink to your snooze and make that warm milk just as your mother always told you to calcium seems to have a natural tranquilizing effect [Applause] studies made at Ohio State University say that coffee does not interfere with sleep but people think it does and that very act of thinking about coffee can actually cause insomnia a warm bath not a hot bag is another good before bed idea now of course a cold shower has just the off that effect so avoid that there are some other excellent ideas to consider the Oh like ah exercise how long Walker jogging before bed works great for me my husband prefers to work out the why during the day 77 78 79 80 count sheep or do like I do count the days back to my last pay raise I never get for bed keep it quiet muffle sounds by using heavy rugs and thick curtains of course if the noise is coming from your spouse more extreme measures may have to be taken keep it dark light can disturb your sleep awake it too early go with light blue shades or other protection from early morning light you may even want to go to bed nice purchase their comfortable mattress by a name-brand mattress and foundation from a reputable furniture store department store or sleep shop that sound sleeping advice after we've been through the ear plugs vibrators and devices that simulate the sound of niver falls it will probably be the correct mattress that serves us best in getting a restful sleep the American consumer is rightly demanding the best possible mattress and foundation after all we do spend about a third of our lives in bed in early times man found rest on leaves animal skins and straw even today some Japanese sleep on straw mats on the floor [Music] for centuries the bet has been one of the most important pieces of furniture in the home full bedsteads were used until the 20th century when simple frames with head boards became popular bedroom appearance including the mattress has a definite influence on our preparation for sleep the bedroom is a haven an escape from the outside world it provides mental relief from daily irritations on the other hand it can also be a family social center to reflect the psychologically soothing atmosphere of the bedroom surround yourself with colors that are restful rather than garish the National Association of bedding manufacturers recommends the use of carpeting or rugs to absorb sound and add quiet color if space permits have a lounging area with chairs a table and reading lamps lighting should be subdued but adequate for reading in appropriate areas even with all the usual furnishings the bed remains the foremost object in the bedroom so the first and most important item to select is a quality mattress and matching foundation so while the room lighting carpeting and surrounding furniture may give a soft image the last thing you want soft in the bedroom is an obsolete mattress doctors say a firm support is best for people who have back problems because it helps ensure that the spine is properly aligned during sleep when your body sags out of proper alignment it can lead to fatigue and back pain it's necessary to select the proper firmness to provide complete support for the entire body especially the hip and upper back and shoulder areas which are heavier than the rest of the body it's been said that buying a mattress is much like buying a book you can't tell much by its cover it's best to shop around become acquainted with a reputable dealer who sells a nationally recognized brand a dealer who's been in business for a long time and is respected in his community compare prices construction and comfort but before you enter the door to talk to a dealer be sure you have the answers in your mind two key questions you'll be asked you must do your homework [Music] right looks fine look we have lumps that homework includes making decisions as your current mattress or foundation become unsuitable that is is it lumpy does it sag in the middle does it forget to spring back into shape if so then you may need a new mattress and foundation because of condition your your king-size suite plenty brahmana king-sized okay support is closely tied to mattress condition if you're a victim of backache you may be literally sinking into your mattress a carefully selected mattress and foundation will correct that sinking but for a mattress that's comfortably firm says the National Association of bedding manufacturers when you're preparing to shop for a mattress consider resiliency that's the ability to remember to spring back into the proper shape decisions regarding length and width are simple practical matters if your toes hang over the bottom you certainly should have a longer Nattrass a double bed for two adults is a squeeze did you know that the average man and woman sleeping in a double bed have less sleeping surface than a baby in a crib so if you're at that point in life where you need a shoehorn to get in and out of bed you definitely need a queen or a king sized mattress besides we Americans are a growing lot and the double size bed is fast becoming a relic of the past appearance is not at the top of the consumers list of reasons to purchase a new mattress but it is a factor it can be hard on the eyes to look at an older mattress that is faded and torn and out of shape an attractive mattress and foundation gives us an aesthetic boost so appearance is one item to add to your checklist when purchasing other questions you should be prepared to ask the retailer have to do with warranties and durability and a key question before you enter the store how much are you going to spend if you respect that a third of your life you spend sleeping you'll be sure and not to skimp by all means avoid unrealistic mattress bargains unknown brands or mattresses with flaws or defects your mattress should last a long time so look at it as a long-term investment and right along with the warm milk mother might have to remind you you get what you pay for and it is never truer than with mattresses now that you're armed with your questions in your checkbook be prepared to do some serious investigating shop around visit department stores furniture stores and specialty mattress shops we need a new match no yards is 10 years old we got it for my brother-in-law what we need is a larger mattress my king or queen size it's got to be very well constructed and we want a firm mattress here we have a cutaway at one of our finest models where you can see the steel inner spring construction with the finest cushioning materials available why don't we step over here and try a couple of our queen size mattresses in your conversations with the dealer ask about mattress types the two most popular types of mattress construction available today are inner spring and foam and both are used with foundation and frame know what's inside the mattress and foundation you're choosing the inner spring unit the insulators the cushioning materials and high-density foam quilted to the mattress covering all are combined to provide restful sleep comfort you should also check to make sure that the matching foundation is properly engineered to provide correct support for your mattress your dealer may also want to show you water beds and mattresses designed for platform beds to offer you even more comfort ranges never before has there been such an opportunity for the consumer to select exactly the type of sleeping comfort he or she enjoys now before I dismiss this Julia Meade school of Bissell slumber here are a few more shopping hints never shop when you're tired always go into a store well-prepared knowing exactly the size mattress you want your special needs and how much you can afford to spend take your time when purchasing ask all the questions you have about the mattress and foundation and go ahead try it out that's the big test there's more once you've bought your mattress and foundation take extra good care of them always be sure to protect your mattress with a mattress pad and be especially careful with sharp instruments never bend or fold an innerspring mattress turning and reversing the mattress every few months is important but make those turns end-to-end now for any other questions you may have about investing and resting if my school isn't in session go directly to your dealer he has all the literature samples and demonstrations you need to have well here are some folks who look as though they could use some expert sleep advice madame could you lead us to the possible dream I believe I can I've got some experts right over here who would be honored to assist all of you Napolean hello i'm julia mead josephine would you like to lie down on this bed it's so comfortable the most comfortable in the whole world [Music]