
Last week I wrote about morning routines, but what you do before bed can be equally important. How we finish our day significantly impacts how we start the next. Mental habits that resolve unwanted thoughts and emotions can prevent them from resurfacing in the morning. Thus, it's crucial to properly close each day before sleep.
Gratitude is a powerful tool, and evenings are an ideal time to reflect on what we are grateful for. Whether you review them in your mind, write a list, or enter your thoughts into a gratitude journal, these practices put your mind in a positive state before sleep. This helps you look forward to a new day without excessive worry about the future.
While I prefer to meditate in the morning, evenings are also a good time to meditate and visualize. In his 1954 article "The Pruning Shears of Revision," Neville Goddard describes a visualization process where he reviews the day's events and changes the outcomes to his desired results. This technique is not about denying mistakes but understanding how you could have acted differently. This forward-thinking approach leads to better outcomes.
To sleep well, it's important to calm the body and mind. One technique I occasionally use is yoga Nidra, which combines breathing techniques with a type of body scan to induce a deep restful state. While some use it as a daytime nap, it also effectively prepares the body for sleep.
There are many ways to end the day positively, and avoiding certain activities, like reducing screen time, can improve sleep. Whatever you choose, ensure it calms the body and mind. Closing the day with a positive perspective ensures a happier tomorrow.
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