How to Fall Asleep Understanding How We Sleep, How to Induce Sleep, How to Get High-Quality Sleep, Insomnia, and the Importance of Sleeping Schedules
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Never lose sleep over losing sleep again.
It's 2 AM.
You've been in bed since 11 PM. You've drunk warm milk, counted sheep, and listened to relaxing music.
But you're still wide awake.
And as the seconds tick away, inching closer to sunrise, you're getting more and more anxious.
Another night will have passed without a restful slumber. And you're about to spend yet another day in a weary haze, too worn out to function.
Is this a regular experience for you?
Whether you have a hard time falling asleep or have difficulty staying asleep, if you're not sleeping through the night, you're probably not getting the right amount and quality of sleep that you need.
And the lack of quality sleep can have significant negative effects on your health and productivity.
Sleep deprivation can lead to Alzheimer's, prediabetes, obesity, as well as increase the risk of cancer. It can also decrease your attention span, impair your judgment, and impede your memory.
If you feel that you've tried everything to get better sleep, but still toss and turn every night, don't despair. The solution is within your reach.
You just have to determine the underlying causes of your sleeping difficulties, and apply proven solutions to see what works for you.
In How to Fall Asleep, here is just a fraction of what you will discover:
The unconscious processes that your mind and body go through during sleep that maintain optimal performance of your regulatory system
The military secret that will train you to fall asleep quickly, even in less than ideal circumstances
Why sleeping less (initially) can actually help you improve your sleep quality
How you can ease your hyperactive and anxious mind at night by practicing these three forms of meditation
How to fight off insomnia by using this age-old technique that will help you relax and get in the mood for slumber
The nighttime habits that are hindering you from getting the deep, undisturbed sleep you so desperately need
A long-term sleep solution that is easy to incorporate into your life and does not have any side effects
14 vitamins and nutrients that can help you sleep better, and the food or supplements you should be eating to get your dose
How this kind of therapy that's being used for different mental health conditions can also help treat sleep disorders
And much more.
Do you think you can still manage your tasks, despite your sleeping problems?
Don't wait until it becomes too much to handle before you start doing something about it.
If you don't get in front of this problem early, you may be putting yourself and your family in unnecessary danger.
For instance, forcing yourself to drive or make a complete meal while being extremely sleep deprived could have risky consequences.
The longer you try to survive on a few hours of sleep, the worse the effects on your health, eventually causing it to become harder and harder to reverse.
Protect yourself by prioritizing your sleep and see how much better your waking hours will be.
If you want to regain control of your sleep and finally banish your nightly demons, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
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How to Fall Asleep
Understanding How We Sleep, How to Induce Sleep, How to Get High-Quality Sleep, Insomnia, and the Importance of Sleeping Schedules
Peace Found Now
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: The Importance of Sleep
The Benefits of Sleep
Helps in Controlling Weight Gain
Promotes Productivity
Improves Athletic Performance
Hinders Insulin Resistance
Regulates the Resting Metabolism
Strengthens Your Immune System
What Happens While You Sleep?
Drop in Cortisol Levels
Sorting and Processing of Information
Relaxation of the Sympathetic Nervous System
Release of Hormones
Muscle Paralysis
Release of Cytokines by the Immune System
Release of the Antidiuretic Hormone
Control of Adenosine
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Makes You Less Fertile
Contributes to Psychiatric Conditions
Destroys Your Immune System and Increases the Risk of Cancer
Overall Better Health With Better Sleep
Promotes the Development of Alzheimer’s Disease
Affects Blood Sugar Levels and Leads to Prediabetes
Takes Years Off Your Life
Promotes Overeating
Lack of Awareness About the Side Effects of Not Getting Enough Sleep
How the Body Heals
How the Mind Recovers
Why Adults Need Eight Hours of Sleep
Chapter 2: How Do We Fall Asleep?
Sleep Mechanism
Brain and Behavior
Sleep Anatomy
Understanding How We Fall Asleep
Circadian Rhythm
Sleep Drive
When Are You Asleep?
Stages of Sleep
Stage I (N1) – Awake
Stage II (N2) – Light Sleep
Stage III and IV (N3 and N4) – Deep Sleep
Stage V – REM
Factors Affecting the Sleep Process
Internal Factors
External Factors
Chapter 3: Why We Stay Awake at Night
Insomnia: What Is It?
How Long Does Insomnia Last?
What Causes Insomnia?
Medical Causes of Insomnia
Psychiatric Conditions That Can Trigger Insomnia
Your Lifestyle and Insomnia
Substances That Can Contribute to Insomnia
Other Sleep Disorders That Can Keep You Awake
Restless Legs Syndrome
Narcolepsy
Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders
Shift Work Sleep Disorder
Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder
Jet Lag
Sleep Apnea
Pregnancy and Sleep
Parasomnias
Sleepwalking
Sleep Terrors
Sleep Eating Disorder
Nightmares
Sleep Hallucinations
Medical Causes of Sleep Disorders
Heartburn
Diabetes
Heart Failure
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Kidney Disease
Nocturia
Thyroid Disease
Breathing Problems
Chapter 4: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Sleep Disorders
How Does CBT for Sleep Work?
Stimulus Control
Sleep Restriction
Biofeedback and Relaxation Training
Psychotherapy and Cognitive Control
Sleep Hygiene Training
Physical Stressors
Circadian Rhythm
Stimulant Use
Aging
Sleep Environment Improvement
Staying Passively Awake
Where Can You Get Help?
Who Should Use CBT for Sleep?
Chapter 5: How to Induce Sleep
Tips to Fall Asleep
Exercise During the Day
Types of Exercises for Sleep
Specific Exercises You Can Do
Lower the Room Temperature
Create a Sleep Schedule
How Do You Keep a Sleep Schedule?
Why You Should Use a Sleep Schedule
Use Meditation for Sleep
How to Meditate for Sleep
Do Not Check Your Clock
Avoid Mid-Day Naps
Take Note of Your Meals
How You Eat
What You Eat
Listen to Relaxing Music
Get Comfortable
Use Sleep Stories
Why Sleep Stories Work
Benefits of Sleep Stories
What Should a Great Sleep Story Entail?
Bedtime Ritual: How Can It Help With Sleep?
Take a Warm Bath
Take Advantage of Aromatherapy
Practice Journaling
How Do You Keep a Journal for Sleep?
Sleep Journaling: Best Writing Prompts
Turn Off All Electronics
Drink a Calming Beverage and Avoid Caffeine
Change Your Sleeping Position
Read
Visualize Happy Things
How to Visualize
Try Acupressure for Sleep
Use the Navy Seal Method
Sample Sleep Routine
Supplements and Vitamins That Can Improve Sleep
Conclusion
References
Introduction
Impossible to spend sleepless nights and accomplish anything: if in my youth, my parents had not financed my insomnias, I should surely have killed myself.
Emil Cioran
It may seem strange, but are you aware that many people have problems falling asleep? Contrary to what you might think, sleep does not come easily for everyone.
Some people experience sleep disorders that make it extremely difficult for them to get the quality sleep they need. For others who manage to sleep, they find themselves waking up multiple times each night and feeling tired in the morning. In turn, this can affect their work, relationships, health, and overall life.
Still not convinced? Check out the following statistics:
● Between 50 and 70 million adults in the United States battle a sleep disorder.
● More than 40% of these adults reported that they deal with snoring.
● About 38% of them reported that at least once in the past month, they had fallen asleep during the day intentionally.
● Drowsy driving is responsible for more than 1,500 fatalities and 40,000 non-fatal injuries each year in the United States.
● In the US, 4.7% of adults reported that at least once in the past month, they fell asleep or nodded off at one point while driving.
● Insomnia is the most prevalent sleep disorder in adults. About 30% of adults have reported short-term problems, while 10% said that they are dealing with chronic insomnia.
● More than 20 million adults in the United States suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.
● Between 3 and 5% of all the adults who are obese are that way partially because of a lack of sleep.
As you can see from the statistics above, sleep disorders are a severe problem. Getting good sleep is not easy, and it can trigger tons of side effects if you fail to get good sleep. For instance, it can make you tired and unable to perform as you should at work the next day. It can also lead to a decline in your health and other conditions like stress, headaches, and body pain.
Why, then, do some people find it easy to sleep, while others never get that luxury? This is what we at Peace Found Now aim to cover in this book. We are a wellness company, and sleep is an essential part of wellness. Our book will help you deal with your sleep problems and improve your overall health.
The truth is that sleep is a complicated process that goes beyond just lying in bed. The food you eat, the habits you have developed, and your health, among many other factors, all play a role in ensuring you get quality sleep.
This is a how-to book that teaches you in detail how to sleep every night. In this book, you will learn how to fall asleep the right way, along with the following:
● The importance of sleep
● How you fall asleep
● Common sleep disorders and health problems that may keep you awake
● Cognitive therapy for sleep
● Tips to help you get quality sleep
The above are only the tip of the iceberg. Unlike some other books out there that claim to go all in but only give you a glimpse of what you need, this guide does things differently. We will start with the basics and those crucial elements you need to understand as someone who is after quality sleep.
The problem with people who have a problem sleeping is that most don’t know that they have a problem. The inability to sleep has become a regular phenomenon that they have learned to live with. Those who know they have a problem don’t know what to do about it. They don’t know how to begin addressing the issue.
The first step is understanding that it is abnormal to spend hours in bed trying to get quality sleep. It is unnatural to wake up feeling pain in your lower back and neck.
Quality sleep is possible, and it is essential for anyone who wants to live the best life possible. When you get the right amount of sleep, you enjoy:
● Enhanced productivity
● Improved focus and concentration
● Better athletic performance
● Less weight gain
The above are only a few benefits of getting refreshing and quality sleep. There is still a barrage of benefits to talk about.
Many people underestimate how important sleep is. But getting quality sleep can completely change your life.
Here at Peace Found Now, we understand why sleep is important. Our experts understand the dangers of not having enough sleep, and we are dedicated to saving as many people as we can. From our years of experience, collaboration with our experts, and interaction with other people with sleep problems, we have developed a formula that works, and that is what we are sharing with you in this book.
Learning to fall asleep is not something that you can postpone until tomorrow. There may be no tomorrow. Don’t wait until your sleeplessness puts you and those you love in danger before deciding to do something about it. The faster you are at correcting all of the habits and thoughts that prevent you from getting quality sleep, the sooner you will be able to sleep.
You deserve to see what it feels like to sleep and wake up feeling refreshed the next day. It