#16 How to quiet your mind to fall asleep more quickly

Published: June 13, 2018, 5 a.m.

It\u2019s frustrating when you\u2019re worn out from a busy day but when you collapse into bed your mind won\u2019t stop whirring long enough for you to go to sleep. The more you will yourself to sleep the more elusive it becomes, and the more stressed you get.

In this episode we look at:

  • Why sleep is a priority not a luxury
  • What we can learn from children\u2019s bedtime routines
  • 6 ways to calm your overthinking mind before you get into bed

Resources:

  • The session I gave at The Mindful Living Show on the power of appreciating your own life is now available as a recording here.
  • With Exhale, a beginners\u2019 guide to meditation for overthinkers, you\u2019ll learn how to calm your mind and soothe your nerves with a daily practice, and it includes a sleep meditation.