2. Picture a relaxing place
We have been told since childhood that the best ways to fall asleep are either to use your brain for time-consuming activities such as counting sheep or simply trying to shut it off completely. Scientific studies have shown there is a far more effective method, where you simply picture a serene and peaceful place, such as a waterfall or maybe the mountains. This relaxes the brain which allows your body to got to sleep effectively.
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