by Max | Jul 10, 2026 | Sleep Basics
Box breathing for sleep is a slow, structured breathing exercise built around four equal parts: inhale, hold, exhale, hold. Because the pattern is simple and repetitive, some people find it useful when bedtime thoughts are loud, stress is high, or the mind needs...
by Max | Jul 9, 2026 | Sleep Basics
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by Max | Jul 8, 2026 | Sleep Basics
A body scan meditation is a simple bedtime exercise where you move your attention slowly through the body, noticing areas of tension without trying to force anything. It is not a cure for insomnia, and it will not work perfectly every night, but it can be a useful way...
by Max | Jul 7, 2026 | Sleep Basics
Progressive muscle relaxation is a simple wind-down exercise where you gently tense and release one muscle group at a time. The idea is to help you notice the difference between tension and relaxation, which can be useful when your body is in bed but your shoulders,...
by Max | Jul 6, 2026 | Sleep Basics
4-7-8 breathing is a simple paced-breathing exercise: inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds. Some people use it before bed because the counting gives the mind something steady to follow and the longer exhale may feel calming. It is not a...