The Nighttime Struggle: Resting a High-Performing Mind

It's bed time. Okay--time to wind down. You've taken a hot shower and done some deep breathing, stretched, and diffused essential oils. 30 minutes go by... and you're still awake. Now you're replaying what happened today and running through tomorrow's agenda. Why won't your brain turn off?

Ah, the classic struggle to shut off the mind after a long day. It’s frustrating when you’ve taken all the right steps—relaxing shower, breathing, stretching—and still can’t seem to quiet your mind. Your brain is likely still active because of overthinking, anxiety about the day’s events, or even the anticipation of tomorrow. The good news is that there are strategies you can use to get your brain to calm down and fall asleep.

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