The worst thing you can do if you can’t sleep is ruminating in bed, counting how many hours are left until you have to get up.
Here are a few science-based techniques you can try to prime your nervous system for sleep.
The 3rd one is a game changer 🤯
1- Go to another room and do something relaxing
For example: listen to a story-based podcast, meditate, dim the lights and read…
Avoid screens or anything that is too engaging/stimulating.
Why it works:
- Your brain won’t associate being in bed with being awake and anxious.
- It avoids ruminating and stressing, which won’t help you fall asleep.
2- Take yourself on a mental walk
Think about a walk that you do regularly.
Visualise it in great details: how you get ready to leave, which way you turn when you walk out the door, what you see on your way…
Why it works:
- It takes the mind off of itself and might just relax your nervous system enough for you to fall asleep.
3- Accept and Rest
If nothing seems to work, stop fighting.
Accept that this night won’t be great for sleep and that you can just rest instead.
Why it works:
- It takes the pressure off.
- Resting is nicer than panicking.
- Letting go of the struggle is often enough for the brain to actually fall asleep.
And I’ve got plenty more for you in my FREE GUIDE “7 Days for Better Sleep” ✨
You will learn:
😴 The basic elements of an optimal night time ritual
😴 Tons of techniques that relax the nervous system
😴 What to do in the morning to avoid struggling at night
😴 The ONE thing that matters most when you are trying to improve your sleeping habit
And more 🤗
