In my never-ending quest to get a good night’s sleep, I have read numerous articles about what to do before you go to bed. One of the most universal recommendations I have seen is turn off your screens approximately two hours before you get into bed.

I like to read before I go to sleep. And, since I read on a Kindle, it is difficult for me to turn off that screen before sleep. I do think, however, it is more important to turn off the cell phone before bedtime and place it in a location far away.

I have habitually, at night, put my phone away in my armoire with the armoire door closed. That way, I cannot see it. I also put it on “do not disturb” so it does not wake me.   In the years since I have started that habit I have not missed any important calls. Friends and family who need to reach me call my landline.

Where does your cell phone live at night?