49. When You Can’t Fall Asleep: Breathing Exercises for Night & Bedtime

Mindful Life Changes

Ever have those nights when you just can’t go to sleep? No matter what you do you can’t catch those precious “Z’s”, until now. In this enlightening episode of the Mindful Life Changes podcast, host Valerie Mekki delves into the transformative power of breathing exercises as a natural remedy for improving sleep quality and managing stress. With an in-depth exploration of diaphragmatic and 4-7-8 breathing techniques, Valerie offers practical guidance on how to incorporate these exercises into your nightly routine. Whether you're struggling with sleep due to the stresses of midlife or simply seeking ways to enhance your relaxation practices, this episode provides valuable insights and methods to help you achieve a deeper, more restful night's sleep.
Join Valerie as she provides a soothing walkthrough of each technique, designed to calm the mind and body, and shares personal insights on how embracing these practices can lead to significant improvements in both sleep and overall well-being. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their sleep quality and reduce stress in a natural, accessible way.
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[00:00:00] Start
[00:00:59] Intro
[00:02:00] Why you can’t go to sleep
[00:03:15] Breathing exercises for sleep
[00:04:54] Belly Breathing Exercise
[00:08:54] Breathing Exercise “4, 7, 8 “ method
[00:11:52] If you want to continue your sleep journey
[00:13:14] End
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