Fall back asleep
To fall back asleep in the night, the most effective thing is not to fight it: don't check the clock, lengthen your out-breath, relax your body, then give your mind simple images to follow. The sessions below do exactly that, played very quietly with the lights off, in 10 to 20 minutes, for free.
Waking up in the night is common: sleep comes in cycles, and you almost surface at the end of each one. What often keeps you awake is the frustration, the clock you check, the thoughts that start up.
These sessions are made for that moment. Play them very quietly, without turning on the light. The voice slows your breath, relaxes your body, then offers simple images that occupy the mind without waking it.
The simplest advice is not to fight it: accept being awake for a while, and let sleep come back on its own.
Frequently asked questions
- Why do I wake up at 3am?
- Waking at the end of a sleep cycle is normal; stress, alcohol, heat or some life stages make it more frequent. Our guide explains the causes and what helps.
- Should I get out of bed if I can't fall back asleep?
- If you've been awake a long time and it's frustrating, getting up for a while in dim light and then returning to bed often helps. A very quiet session is another option.
- When should I see a doctor?
- If these awakenings happen almost every night for several weeks, or leave you very tired during the day.
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