Stress! This is why we have trouble sleeping! Experts say it's the constant buzzing of our mind that causes insomnia. The trick isn't figuring out how to fall asleep, it's figuring out how to stop the buzzing of our minds. Research is finding that the 4-7-8 method works well.
In a nutshell, focusing on 4-7-8 is great for ridding us of anxiety, which will help us fall asleep.
What is it?
Inhale deeply for 4 seconds. Hold your breath for 7 seconds. Exhale for 8. Experts say if you can't hold your breath for that long, the important part is the ratio. You can speed up the 4-7-8 ratio.
It's definitely worth a try, huh?