Learn to Go Back to Sleep Naturally

As you prepare to relax and rest, take all the time you need to naturally drift off into a deeply restful sleep. Let me guide you gently through how this session will help you experience deeper, more restorative sleep, and greater ease in drifting back to sleep smoothly and effortlessly.

You may wish to begin by closing your eyes, knowing that in the early stages of sleep, a person remains conscious. It's possible to be half-asleep and still aware of these words, just as you may be half-asleep and aware of your head resting on the pillow.

Throughout the natural world and history, it has been perfectly normal for people and animals to have periods of wakefulness during the night. We instinctively transition through deeper and lighter phases of sleep each night. At times, we glide near the surface of consciousness, finishing a dream cycle. At other times, we dive deeply into the restorative depths of slow-wave sleep.

In fact, during medieval times, there are records of people experiencing a "first sleep" and waking for a period before their "second sleep." During this time, they might visit neighbors, chat, or relax before returning home to sleep again. The idea that we must achieve 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep is a relatively modern and somewhat artificial concept.

Enjoying good quality sleep is undoubtedly healthy and restorative. However, if you find yourself awake at certain points during the night before drifting back to sleep, know that this is entirely normal and natural. Similarly, if you don't recall those brief moments of wakefulness, it's perfectly fine-your body knows how to transition through its cycles of deep, restful sleep.

This session is designed to guide your body and mind into a state of deep relaxation, preparing you to drift effortlessly into restful sleep. By listening, you'll begin to associate this profoundly relaxing state with lying in bed, creating a natural connection that encourages sleep to return easily. There's no need to consciously try to make this happen-simply allow yourself to rest comfortably and let your mind follow along at its own pace.

Now, take a moment to settle into a comfortable position. Let your mind and body relax deeply, and allow yourself the time you need to drift gently back into sleep.