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two-step process. It takes a little time to learn, but try it. You will get a quick
course on it in the next chapter.
Another exercise helps you learn to breathe slowly and deeply. It is called
Diaphragmatic breathing and it’s a good way to slow down. To give this a go,
simply put your hand on your stomach, take slow breaths. Let your stomach
expand as you breathe in and relax your chest and shoulders as you breathe out.
As you do this, keep your mind away from stressful thoughts.
Here’s another. Practicing visual imagery is the practice of choosing peaceful,
soothing thoughts to focus on. Doing this calms you and lets you stop thinking of
all the things you have pending in your life. You can think of things that make you
happy and relaxed, such as taking a walk in the forest, boating on a lake, talking
with someone you love. As long as the image doesn’t excite your mind, you will
find yourself relaxing.
Managing stress can be something you teach yourself to do. If you can, you
should come up with solutions to the problems you face. I f you can’t go out and
handle them right now, you can at least write down the things you will do in the
future. When there are situations that you know you can’t possibly change, you
can resolve to accept that things are how they are. Allow time to do the things
you need to accomplish. This includes meals.
Try to live in the present and not spend time worrying about the past or the
future. Talk to your partner if you are experiencing problems in your relationship.
Don’t get into any arguments, however.
If you find you are angry much of the time, you can deal with it so it doesn’t keep
you up at night. If the thing that is making you angry is solvable, take steps to do
so. If not, realize you can’t change it and move on. Talking about it or writing it
down in a journal sometimes helps.