Mantra repetition

Repeating a mantra or a positive affirmation many times might help you focus and calm down. Mantras are believed to calm the mind and produce feelings of relaxation.

In a 2015 study, researchers taught homeless women to silently repeat a mantra throughout the day and before sleeping. Over the course of a week, those who continued to repeat the phrase experienced less insomnia. You can use a mantra that is written in Sanskrit, English, or another language. Look for inspiration on the internet or come up with your own. Choose a mantra that is peaceful and calming for you. It should be a positive statement in the present tense. A good mantra will help you to focus on the sound repetition over and over again, allowing you to relax and sleep. Mentally or aloud, repeat the mantra, focusing on the words.