The psychologist named three ways to fall asleep quickly

According to her, a person may feel tired, lie down in bed, but not fall asleep because the brain continues to work while the body remains tense. In this regard, the specialist highlighted three types of arousal that interfere with sleep. In the case of emotional tension, she recommended breathing calmly for five minutes, making the exhale slightly longer than the inhale. For cognitive overload, when the mind is running through conversations and plans, it is advisable to write down unfinished tasks and indicate when to return to them. This will help transfer goals from the mind to paper. If the muscles do not relax, Protsvetova suggested first tensing them strongly for a few seconds and then releasing. The psychologist also reminded about physiological needs, including a cool bedroom and dim light. Taking a warm bath or consuming a caffeine- and alcohol-free drink before bedtime can be beneficial. It is necessary to put the phone aside, as it interferes with falling asleep.