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Sleep & Relaxation Meditation
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TODAY'S LEARNINGSleep Meditation
Meditation is a strong and useful way to help people sleep and get to sleep when they can't. Meditation can help you sleep better and get to sleep faster in a number of ways. The main way is by calming the mind to reduce stress, worry, and anxiety. There are many different mental and physical things that can cause insomnia. No matter what the cause is, meditation can help you sleep by getting rid of or reducing worry and anxiety. Guided meditation is one of the easiest and most effective ways to get a deep, peaceful sleep. Most guided meditations use a gentle voice and slow, relaxing sounds or music to help you slow down your mind, let go of worries, and deeply rest your body.
How to do a guided meditation for sleep
Choose a guided meditation on video or another audio, ideally for sleep.
Disconnect from any diversions, reduce or turn off the lights, and take any other steps necessary to get ready for bed.
Find a comfortable spot to rest.
Reduce the brightness of your phone's or other device's screen if you're using it for guided meditation. Make sure the gadget is connected in if you're using it as an alarm clock.
To effortlessly fall asleep after the recording is finished, make sure the autoplay feature is disabled.
As the video begins, concentrate on letting your body rest and taking slow, deep breaths.
The person's speech and other noises in the recording should command your full focus. If your thoughts stray, kindly guide them back to the audio.
Here are some great guided meditations to try out:
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A light scent that you find calming can help ease you into sleep. Essential oils with natural aromas, such as lavender, can provide a soothing and fresh smell to your bedroom.
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Today you get our Relaxation Affirmation Cards. These minimalist sleep and relaxation affirmation cards that you can use before you go to sleep to help you relax and keep you in a positive mood. To download please click on the button below called “Download”.
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YOGAPEDIAYoga Flow For Relaxation & Sleep
This yoga flow will make you more responsive to relaxation. It adheres to a natural transformation of your thoughts and bodily movements.
Before you begin- Set the objective to open your mind and body in order to relax. Create a comfortable environment and bring back your focus. When you are conscious of the process and in tune with your senses, the effects of these poses are enhanced.
1. Uttana Shishosana (Puppy Pose)
Extended Puppy Pose: With shoulder, stretch Start in Tabletop. Place your forearms on the mat with the palms flipped up toward the ceiling. Keeping your arms firmly planted, begin to walk your knees back until your arms are fully outstretched. Rest your forehead on the mat as you isometrically drag back on the forearms and keep the seat high. Let the day metaphorically slide off your back in this pose. Hold for 5 to 10 deep, slow breaths, or for as long as you’d like.
2. Parsva Balasana (Needle Pose)
Thread-the-Needle Pose: Return to Tabletop and find a neutral spine. On an inhale, lift the right arm high to the sky, opening the torso to the side while keeping your hips pointed down toward the mat. On the exhale, thread the right arm under the body, twisting the torso until the right shoulder and right side of your face touch the mat. Relax into the twist for 5 to 10 deep breaths, pressing down into the left hand to increase the intensity as you see fit. Repeat on the other side.
3. Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose)
Wind-Relieving Pose: Lie on your back with your legs outstretched and your arms at your sides. On an exhale, draw the right knee into the chest, holding the leg close to your body with your hands wrapped around the knee or shin. Lift your head off the floor, bringing it as close to your right knee as you can. Hold the stretch for 5 to 10 breaths while breathing into the back body. When ready, release the right leg and repeat on the other side.
4. Supta Padangusthasana (Reclined Big Toe Pose)
Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose: variation From your back, extend the right leg into the air perpendicular to the floor, grasping behind the thigh with your hands. (If you can’t fully extend your right leg, bend at the knee while keeping the thighbone perpendicular to the floor.) Flex both feet and keep the sacrum grounded. Hold for 5 to 10 deep breaths, and then release the leg. Repeat on the other side.
5. Supta Matsyendrasana (Supine Spinal Twist Pose)
Supine Twist From your back: exhale and draw the right knee into your chest; extend your right arm onto the floor at shoulder height while gently guiding the right knee across your body until your torso twists, keeping your shoulder blades pressing toward the floor. You might turn the gaze toward the right hand as you hold the pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths. Close your eyes, and turn your attention to the rhythmic flow of your breath; no matter how many different thoughts arise, keep returning to your breath. Use this to quiet the mind in preparation for a restful night of sleep. When you feel ready, complete the pose on the opposite side.
6. Sukhasana (Easy Pose)
Easy Pose: with meditation Come to a cross-legged seat on the front edge of a thickly folded blanket. Pull back your buttock flesh until it feels like you’re grounded through both sitting bones. Rest your palms gently on your knees or thighs. Close your eyes and bring your full attention to the breath. With each inhale, imagine that you’re calling back any of your power you may have unknowingly given away to others during the day. With each exhale, imagine that you’re breathing out whatever energies or attitudes no longer serve you. Stay with this meditation until you feel an inner sense of balance emerge.
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