Sleep Meditation
Before starting a meditation, it’s important to set yourself up for success by preparing both mentally and physically. Here are a few tips to get the most out of your practice:
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Find a Quiet Space: Choose a peaceful environment where you won’t be interrupted.
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Get Comfortable: Whether you prefer sitting or lying down, make sure your body is fully supported and relaxed. Use cushions or blankets if needed.
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Set an Intention: Think about what you want to achieve from your meditation—whether it’s better sleep, reduced anxiety, or just a moment of calm. Having a clear intention can help guide your focus.
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Breathe Deeply: Take a few deep breaths before you start to center yourself and prepare your mind for relaxation.
Be Patient with Yourself: If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to the meditation without judgment. It’s perfectly normal for thoughts to come and go during meditation.
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We’ve curated a selection of free guided meditations to get you started.Â
Meditation is a powerful tool for managing sleep disorders and anxiety, both of which often accompany peri and menopausal symptoms. One of the most effective ways to incorporate meditation into your routine is through guided meditation, especially for those who are just starting or find it challenging to meditate on their own. Guided meditations are specifically designed to walk you through the process, helping you calm your mind and reduce stress, ultimately improving both sleep quality and anxiety levels.
The benefits of guided meditation for sleep are particularly notable. By helping you enter a state of deep relaxation, guided meditation can quiet the racing thoughts and restlessness that often make it difficult to fall asleep. Regular practice can also lead to improved sleep patterns over time, making it easier to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake feeling more rested. For anxiety, guided meditations provide a structured way to focus on breathing and mindfulness, which helps reduce the physical and emotional symptoms of stress, such as a racing heart or feelings of overwhelm.
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Audiobooks as a great way to deepen your meditation practice. Listening to an audiobook allows you to absorb information and techniques while in a state of relaxation. To help you get started, we’ve partnered with audible to offer our readers 3 months for only £0.99 per month, so you can explore meditation audiobooks without any cost. Here are a few recommendations to kick off your mindfulness journey
