Sometimes falling asleep can be a real frustration, but we have solution for your problem with sleeping. Just try the 4-7-8 Method.
Thinking and solving problems while you are trying to fall asleep, is not healthy, especially if you want to be fresh and productive the next day. Meditative deep breathing can solve your problems.
There is technique that takes no time, it needs no equipment and is totally cost effective.
This method, for the first time was introduced by Harvard-trained Dr Andrew Weill. It is known as ‘natural tranquiliser for the nervous system’ which allowing the body to relax and reducing tension.
4-7-8 Method
- Place the tip of your tongue against the tissue ridge right above your upper front teeth. Keep it there for the remainder of the exercise.
- Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound as you do so.
- Close your mouth and inhale slowly through your nose while mentally counting to four.
- Hold your breath for a mental count of seven.
- Exhale completely through your mouth for a mental count of eight. Make the same whoosh sound from Step Two.
- This concludes the first cycle. Repeat the same process three more times for a total of four renditions.
