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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey, there, sleep worse. No Volaine here your guide to
conquering those restless nights and waking up feeling like a
million bucks. You know that feeling when you toss and
turn all night, counting sheep until your brain starts playing tetris. Yeah,
we've all been there. But what if I told you
that the key to better sleep might just lie in
something we often neglect, self compassion. Now, before you all
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your ice thinking this is some touchy feeling mumbo jumbo,
hear me out. Self compassion isn't about being a pushover
or letting yourself off the hook. It's about treating yourself
with the same kindness and understanding you would offer a
dear friend going through a tough time. So how does
the stone slate to better sleep? Well? Picture this. You're
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struggling to fall asleep, anxieties are swirling, and your inner
critic is firing on all cylinders. That's when self compassion
steps in. It's like saying, hey, it's okay to feel stress.
I get it. Life can be a weillven Sometimes, instead
of berating yourself sleeping, you acknowledge the experience, offer yourself
some soothing words, and focus on calming your mind. Here
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are five key take aways to help you embrace self
compassion at night. One, reframe your thoughts. Ever, notice how
our minds love to catastrophe. I am never going to
fall asleep. This is a disaster. Instead, try reframing those thoughts.
Think it's okay if I don't fall asleep right away.
My body needs time to relax. Be your own cheerleader,
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offering gentle encouragement instead of harsh criticism. Te practice mindfulness.
Mindfulness isn't about emptying your Mind's about paying attention to
the present moment without judgment. Focus on your breath, notice
the sensations in your body, and let go of raising thoughts.
Guided meditations or even a few minutes of quiet reflection
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can work wonders for calming your nervous system and easing
you into sleep. They create a bed time routine. Consistency
is key. Establish a relaxing pre sleep routine that signals
to your body it's time to wind down. Take a
warm bath, read a book, no screens, to listen to
calming music, or practice gentle stretches. This helps create a
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sense of anticipation and prepares you for restless slumber. For
be kind to yourself. Remember, sleep isn't always easy, especially
in our fast paced world. Some nights will be better
than others, and that's perfectly okay. Don't beat yourself up
if you have a restless night. Instead, acknowledge it, offer
yourself some kindness, and try again tomorrow. Five. Seek support
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when needed. If you're consistently struggling with sleep, don't hesitate
to seek professional help. A therapist or sleep specialist can
provide personalized guidance and support to address any underlying issues. Ever,
feel like your mind is on overdrive right before bed.
You know that, feeling a million thoughts buzzing around, preventing
you from getting those precious ease easy s. Let me
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tell you I've been there. Last week, I was presenting
at a big conference and my brain was still racing
with all the details. Even after everything wrapped up, my
mind was playing a non stop loop of did I
say that right? And what if I forgot something? They
felt light. My brain was on a cafeen high. I
tried my usual relaxation Dicknique's deep breasts, cantying sheets. Seriously,
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who came up with that one? Even picturing myself loading
in a peaceful ocean, but nothing seemed to work. Then
I remember the power of self compassion. Instead of getting
frustrated with myself for not being able to quiet down,
I acknowledged my inside ease and said, hey, it's okay
to be feeling this way. You just had a big day.
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Then I focused on being kind to myself. I gave
myself a warm bath, read a calming book, and let
go of the need to control everything. Guess what it
actually worked. By embracing self compassion, I managed to calm
my racing thoughts and finally drift off to sleep. So
you have it, folks, Self compassion isn't just some fluffy concept.
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It's a powerful tool that can transform you a nighttime experience. Remember,
be kind to yourself, listen to your body, and create
a peaceful bedtime routine. Sweet dreams. Now, go out there
and spread the love one good night's sleep at a time.
Don't forget to share this episode with anyone who might
benefit from some self compassion tips. You know those friends
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who are always pulling all night as fueled by fiend
and stress. And if you have any bedtime struggles or
triumphs you want to share, hit me up on social
media until tomorrow, Sleep well, and remember you've got this.
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