Healthy Thoughts for Healthy Sleep
Present Tense Affirmations for Healthy Sleep I sleep deeply I fall asleep quickly and easily I am a good sleeper I am in control of my sleeping patterns I am refreshed and energized every day I take time to relax…
Anxiety, Sleep and the Thermostat
Getting a good night's sleep is critical when working to reduce anxiety. As the temperatures outside change with the season, check your thermostat for sleeping time. 62 to 68 degrees is ideal for a good night's rest.
My Favorite Products for Sleep and Anxiety
This is the first time ever I am revealing my own personal Top Favorite products. This is Part 2 focused on products for sleep. Anxiety and sleep problems go hand-in-hand so sleep must often be addressed in order to manage anxiety.…
5 Ways Stress Prevents Weight Loss
Tis the season when many of us are focusing on losing weight. Whatever you do, please don’t go on a diet. I've said it before and I'll say it again: diets don't work. If you are tired of yo-yo dieting,…
Stop Watching The News
I see a correlation between worry and watching the news on TV. I stopped watching the evening news years ago. The only news show I watch is CBS Sunday Morning. It focuses on positive, uplifting and interesting news features, while…
Anxiety and Constantly Checking Your Phone
Yes, there is a correlation! Do you have shiny penny syndrome or squirrel syndrome? The human brain has a “novelty bias.” This means that the pre-frontal cortex becomes easily distracted by new things. These days, your phone has become your…
Toe Tensing for Insomnia
Anxiety or tension keep you awake at night? You can draw the tension out of your body with the technique to alternately tense and relax your toes: • Close your eyes and lay on your back. • Bring your awareness to…
Insomnia Technique Bettter Than Counting Sheep
Insomnia from anxiety, worry or thinking too much? Counting sheep is way too boring for your magnificent brain. Try this technique instead: Close your eyes and imagine drawing a big circle. • Inside the circle write the number 100 very carefully. …