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A blissful sleep

Last Updated 11 June 2015, 17:38 IST

If you feel restless and end up lying awake in bed, try some natural tips to trick yourself to sleep.

n  Inhale through your left nostril: This yoga method is thought to reduce blood pressure and calm you.
n  Squeeze and relax: Relaxing all your muscles can prepare your body for sleep. Lie on your back, take a deep, slow breath in through your nose and, at the same time, squeeze your toes tightly as if you are trying to curl them under your foot, then release the squeeze.
n   Try to stay awake: Challenge yourself to stay awake - your mind will rebel!
n  Rewind your day: Remembering the mundane details in reverse order clears your mind of worries.
n   Roll your eyes: Closing your eyes and rolling the balls up three times can do the job, according to experts.
n  Make a worry list: Going over a to-do list in bed is a major cause of insomnia. Imagine that you are filing your thoughts in a cabinet. You will be calmer and more likely to sleep.

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(Published 11 June 2015, 17:38 IST)

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