Hello, if you're still watching this
thread...
There are many self-help techniques you
can do before bed to help you switch off
your overactive mind and fall sleep. For
example, forward bends which calm your
nervous system; acupressure on specific
points on your arms, legs and feet, and
breathing exercises, which also calm you
and help ensure a good night's sleep.
Here's a simple, safe, effective breathing
technique to try tonight and every
night...
1. Lie in bed on your back (no pillow or
a very low one) with your arms by your
sides or hands on your abdomen (whatever
is more comfortable). Keep your eyes and
mouth closed and breathe slowly, smoothly
and deeply through your nose throughout
the exercise.
2. All you have to do is focus on your
breathing by counting your exhalations in
sets of ten. Each time you reach ten,
start at one again. If you lose count at
any stage (initially this will happen
often), start counting from one again.
At some point, you'll simply fall asleep
in mid-count. This exercise trains you
to focus on your breathing (which calms
you) and to control your mind (by
penalizing it every time your thoughts
stray).
Note: of course you also need to eliminate
the causes of your sleep problems where
possible. A few suggestions... Don't
have a big dinner, especially of heavy
foods, stimulating foods likes chilli and
spices, or any coffee; stop doing work,
especially mental work, long before bed
time; try not to get emotionally upset or
angry before bed; don't have a tv or
computer in your bedroom. If you're in a
stressfull job or relationship this can be
a major factor as well.
Let me know how you get on.
Matthew
www.Chinese-holistic-healt
h-exercises.Com
