Managing Stress Before Bed_ Relaxing Facts To Fall Asleep To
Close your eyes and let the gentle science of stress management prepare you for a peaceful night. The key to falling asleep is teaching your body to transition from its active, stress-filled state into a relaxed, restorative state. By activating your parasympathetic nervous system, you can lower your heart rate and blood pressure, calming the "fight or flight" response. Deep breathing exercises, where you exhale for longer than you inhale, are one of the most effective ways to do this, as they send a powerful signal to your brain that it is time to rest. Even a few minutes of mindful…
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