The telemarketing has gotten so bad, I just turn off the ringer or unplug the phone. If its someone important or work, they have my mobile number. That stays on by the bed. That way I can generally get a good bit of sleep. For some reason the light doesn't bother me, and I actually think I tend to sleep deeper in the morning - afternoon then at night. Also, a god set of aluminum Blinds with a moderately thick curtian block light wonderfully and don't look quite as gothic as heavy curtains. The cheap vinyl blinds are worthless.