Bedtime Brain Games: 8-Letter Wordoku

Having a hard time switching your brain off at night? Give it something gentle to do instead. If your mind starts racing the minute you get into bed, or you're addicted to late-night scrolling, easy brain puzzles can help. Bedtime Brain Games: 8-Letter Wordoku gives you a calmer way to end the day. Each puzzle gives your mind a task to pull your attention away from worries, but they're easy enough to help you relax. Backed by sleep research Cognitive scientist Dr. Luc Beaudoin of Simon Fraser University developed a technique called “cognitive shuffling,” which means focusing the mind on neutral, unemotional words and images to interrupt the worry loop that keeps people awake. In a study of 154 university students with racing thoughts at bedtime (presented at SLEEP 2016), the technique reduced mental arousal and sleep effort, and improved how participants rated their sleep quality. Wordoku follows the same idea. A simple, neutral puzzle holds your attention so worries have less room. It’s also screen-free, pen-and-paper relaxation that fits naturally into a wind-down routine. Inside this book: 100 wordoku puzzles, each built around a single 8-letter word Grids with 2×4 boxes: every row, column, and box contains each letter of the word exactly once Easy-to-follow instructions so you can start tonight, even if you’ve never played sudoku Full solutions at the back to check your answers Portable 6×9 size, easy to keep on your nightstand Screen-free relaxation, a calmer alternative to late-night scrolling How to play: Fill the grid so each row, column, and 2×4 box contains every letter of the puzzle word exactly once. If you like sudoku, crosswords, or word searches, you’ll pick it up in minutes. Perfect for: Adults building a relaxing bedtime routine Anyone whose mind races when the lights go out Puzzle lovers looking for a fresh twist on classic sudoku A thoughtful gift for the friend who’s “always tired but can’t sleep” Trade the glow of your phone for a pencil and a few quiet minutes. Add Bedtime Brain Games: 8-Letter Wordoku to your nightstand tonight. This book is intended for relaxation and entertainment and is not a substitute for medical advice. If you have ongoing sleep trouble, please consult a healthcare professional.