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It usually happens the night before a very important day – it could be the day when you will have a exquisite date; it could be the day when you will have a very important meeting; it could also be the day when it is the beginning of school.
You’re right on your bed tossing and turning trying to get to sleep. You can feel the rapid heartbeat rate, you felt the hot-flushes at the back of your body. It is the horrendous symptoms of a panic-attack or anxiety. Fret not, I will be sharing you a technique to help you fall asleep.
Keep this in mind: if you’re unable to sleep, it is OK. Don’t blame yourself or start thinking what the worst might happen. Do you know that the record for the longest period without sleep is nearly 19 days? Yes, it is true. So do not worry! Ok, now here is the technique:
Have you ever realized that during those situation, you tend to be very alert to the surroundings you’re at? You can hear even the slightest sound! So here’s a tip: lie on one of your ears on one of the pillows and take another pillow to cover your the other ear. If you have only one pillow, then lie one of your ears on the bed and take the other pillow to cover the other ear. This helps to reduce the ‘noise’ around you.
Clear all thoughts that are currently in your mind. Whatever thoughts it would be – positive or negative – clear it.
Now release all the tension on your muscles – your legs, arms, neck, eyes, mouth and other parts of your body – let it all go.
Perform deep breathing - inhale deeply at an average speed, exhale slowly as if there is a candle in front of your nose and you’re trying not to blow the flame of the candle off. As you do so, listen to your heartbeat and try to make it palpitate slower than before.
Then now trying to visualize you’re in a relaxing scene. For an example: you’re on a tropical island. The ocean is clean and you’re able to see beautiful fishes swimming in it. You are holding hands with the person you love, walking on the warm, crispy sands. The coconut trees are swaying gently. The sounds of the ocean splashing on the shores. You sip a glass of chilled white wine as you are walking with your love one.
Do you get what I mean now? Visualize those lovely, relaxing scenes in your mind!

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Here are many natural remedies that are used to treat insomnia.
1) Valerian
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a herb that has been long used as a remedy for insomnia. Today, it is an accepted over-the-counter insomnia remedy in Germany, France, Switzerland, Belgium, and Italy.
Exactly how valerian works in the body is still not well understood. Some studies suggest that like conventional sleeping pills, valerian may affect levels of the calming neurotransmitter GABA.
Unlike many other sleep medications, valerian is not believed to be addictive or cause grogginess in the morning. But valerian doesn’t work for everyone. And although studies in labs have been encouraging, clinical trials are still inconclusive.
Valerian is usually taken between an hour before bedtime. It takes about two to three weeks to work. It shouldn’t be used for more than three months at a time. Side effects of valerian may include mild indigestion, headache, palpitations, and dizziness. Although valerian tea and liquid extracts are available, most people don’t like the smell of valerian and prefer taking the capsule form.
Valerian shouldn’t be taken with many medications, especially those that depress the central nervous system, such as sedatives and antihistamines. Valerian shouldn’t be taken with alcohol, before or after surgery, or by people with liver disease. It should not be taken before driving or operating machinery.
Consultation with a qualified health practitioner is recommended.
2) Melatonin
Melatonin is a popular remedy to help people fall asleep when the sleep/wake cycle has been disturbed, such as in shift workers or people who with jet lag.
Melatonin is a hormone found naturally in the body. The pineal gland in the brain makes serotonin which is then converted into melatonin at night when exposure to light decreases.
Melatonin is typically taken about 30 minutes before the desired bedtime. Some experts caution that melatonin should not be used by people with depression, schizophrenia, autoimmune diseases, and other serious illness. Pregnant and nursing women should not use melatonin.
The University of Alberta study examined 17 studies with 651 people and found no significant side effects when used for three months or less. The long-term effect of melatonin supplementation is not known.
3) Kava
Kava is an anti-anxiety herb that may be helpful for anxiety-related insomnia. However, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory to consumers about the potential risk of severe liver injury resulting from the use of dietary supplements containing kava. To date, there have been more than 25 reports of serious adverse effects from kava use in other countries, including four patients who required liver transplants.
4) Relaxation Techniques
Relaxation techniques are one of the most effective ways to increase sleep time, fall asleep faster, and feel more rested in the morning. They require a minimum of 20 minutes before going to bed. There are many different techniques:
Visualization involves imagining a relaxing scene. You can try it in bed before falling asleep. Involve all your senses. If you’re imagining yourself on a tropical island, think of the way the warm breeze feels against your skin. Imagine the sweet scent of the flowers, look at the water and listen the waves–you get the picture. The more vivid the visualization and the more senses you involve, the more effective it will be.
Relaxation Response – A mind/body technique based on the principles of Transcendental Meditation.
Mindfulness – A type of meditation that essentially involves focusing on your mind on the present.
Yoga combines deep breathing, meditation, and stretching. A Harvard study found that daily yoga for eight weeks improved total sleep time, the time to fall asleep. If you’ve never tried yoga before, not to worry.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a promising natural remedy for sleep.
5) Diet
Cut out caffeine
Caffeine can have a pronounced effect on sleep, causing insomnia and restlessness. In addition to coffee, tea, and soft drinks, look for hidden sources of caffeine such as chocolate, cough and cold medicine, and other over-the-counter medicine.
Avoid sweets
Although sugar can give a burst of energy, it’s short-lived and can cause uneven blood sugar levels. This can disrupt sleep in the middle of the night as blood sugar levels fall.
Eat foods that help you sleep
Tryptophan is an amino acid that is a precursor to serotonin, which is then converted to melatonin. Carbohydrate snacks such whole grain crackers before bedtime may help to promote sleep. Just be sure to stay away from sweets.
Eat magnesium-rich foods
Magnesium is a natural sedative. Deficiency of magnesium can result in difficulty sleeping, constipation, muscle tremors or cramps, anxiety, irritability, and pain. It has also been use for people with restless leg syndrome.
Foods rich in magnesium are legumes and seeds, dark leafy green vegetables, wheat bran, almonds, cashews, blackstrap molasses, brewer’s yeast, and whole grains.

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