Mindfulness meditation

The practice of mindfulness meditation involves sitting quietly and breathing slowly and steadily. You observe your breath, body, thoughts, feelings, and sensations as they arise and pass.

Mindfulness meditation provides a number of health benefits that go hand-in-hand with a healthy lifestyle that encourages good sleep. It can help with stress relief, focus, and immunity. Meditation significantly improved insomnia and overall sleep patterns, according to researchers in a 2011 study. Over the course of a few months, participants attended a weekly meditation session, a daylong retreat, and practiced at home. You can meditate as frequently as you choose. If you don't have time for a longer practice, schedule 15 minutes in the morning or evening. To keep motivated, consider joining a meditation group once a week. Or you might also try a guided meditation on the internet.