Mindfulness starts with being aware of yourself. To begin with practising mindfulness, you should start paying attention to your daily habits before sleep. Using mindfulness, you can recognise your patterns and make necessary changes.
Every day before bed, create a routine that will signal your body that it’s time to wind down. Relax yourself before going to bed by practising deep breathing or exercising. It creates a rhythm for your body to follow and sleep peacefully.
Engage yourself in mindfulness meditation and clear your mind of worries. Practice gratitude meditation, and be grateful for positive things that happened during the day. It will shift your focus from worries to positive thoughts and help you sleep easily.
While practising mindfulness, learn to observe your thoughts and let them pass without judgement. When worrying thoughts arise, acknowledge them, and let them pass. This will help reduce anxiety and promote a peaceful mind, essential for good sleep.
Once you are in bed, guide your mind and visualise peaceful and calming scenes. It could include a calm lake, a quiet beach, or any place of your choice. It will relax your mind and help you sleep soundly.