Winter instinctively kindles in us a desire to cocoon, hibernate and wrap up warm. I have always felt that sleeping well is much easier in the darker, colder months of the year. Summer is another story and brings the dual challenges of early morning light and the discomfort of sleeping in a hot room. As a country with very little air conditioning it is so hard to create a bedroom temperature that suits both you and your partner. With these challenges in mind, I have compiled a list of my five favourite relaxation and sleep secrets to help you navigate these sultry summer nights.