Don't Sleep To Get Sleep
One of the most effective ways to trick yourself into falling asleep is to, well, try not to sleep. Trying too hard to sleep never works, and all that worry and anxiety about falling asleep is what actually keeps so many people up at night.
By doing the opposite and forcing yourself to lie in bed and stay awake all night — a phenomenon called paradoxical intention — you’ll unintentionally doze off at some point. In your mind, you’re actually trying to stay up but sleep will eventually kick in.
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Got insomnia? Sleep psychologists share a few unconventional tips that will help you get those Zzzs.
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