Have you ever felt like you were hitting a glass wall, where, despite all your efforts toward your goals, you just felt stuck? I certainly have. Enough times in my life to realize that in such periods of stagnation, it’s not just about the actions themselves but also the attitude, mental state, and beliefs with which you perform those actions that truly make a difference. It boils down to the quality of your energy and thoughts. But wait, how can you start working on that?
In my quest to overcome negative thinking and low self-esteem, I discovered a routine that has helped me immensely over the years. If you ever feel like something is missing despite seemingly doing everything right, this article is for you. While I’m not offering a magic pill, this simple trick has an unbelievable cost-benefit ratio, so keep reading while I introduce you to the Guided Sleep Meditation routine.
My Story. A Tale of Transformation
Imagine Ana, a sales professional from the bustling city, freshly divorced and starting a comeback to her career after a two-year stay-at-home break. Rusty and out of practice, she found herself working extra hours, struggling to catch up with the job dynamics she once mastered with ease. Her nights lengthened, mornings became a struggle, and coffee could barely mask her exhaustion. Despite her efforts, the expected progress was slow to appear, leading her into a cycle of anxiety and insomnia, fostering negative thoughts and eroding her self-esteem. The end of her probation loomed, and she was failing it. Not ready to give up, she knew she had to do something different to break through this self-destructive loop. So she did.
One night, lying in bed amidst her search for answers, she stumbled upon the world of guided sleep meditation on YouTube. Skeptical but desperate, she picked a recording, pressed play, and let the guide’s calming voice weave through her thoughts. The relentless chatter of her mind began to quiet, her tense muscles relaxed as she drifted into the vastness of her subconscious. She knew almost nothing about guided sleep meditation back then when she found it, yet from the first session, somehow, it just felt right.
So, night after night, she persisted with this routine, aiming to break her pattern of negativity. Less than a month had passed before the results came in. Remarkably, against all odds, not only did she pass her probation period with grace, but her performance levels started to peer up with the rest of the team. Her confidence grew, and the achievements followed. The more things started to clear up, the more certain she became that she had finally found a great working practice to stick to. That Ana was me.
Recognizing the pattern
In the years that followed, there were many highs and lows. I was working my way up the career ladder and learning all I could about self-development and personal growth, reading self-help books, going into therapy, and taking courses. I even attended a 4-day live Tony Robbins’ Unleash the Power Within event . What I found out, as a result, was that all these teachings use the same principle as a basis, that the key to success (or failure) lies in the power of the subconscious mind and our ability to shape it. Now, I’m not suggesting that you should do all of these things I did, but rather, I want to share a simple tip that you can start using today to give yourself a much-needed boost with little to none effort required on your part and prove it for yourself. I’ll explain why in the following points.
The Key takeaways on why you should try this
1. The Science Behind the Serenity
The benefits of Guided Sleep Meditation and Hypnosis are backed by many scientific studies available online that provide evidence of such benefits and positive changes in people’s lives. I don’t want to delve into too many details here, but it is important to understand that this method of improving your mental state and well-being is not a myth or marketing trick. It works, plain and simple.
2. Stress and Anxiety Reduction
Guided sleep meditation and hypnosis are powerful tools for reducing stress and anxiety. By calming the mind and reducing the physiological effects of stress, such as elevated heart rate and blood pressure, these methods help prepare the body for sleep, making it easier to drift off into quality sleep whether the anxiety is a result of a long day or anticipation before your important next one – trust me getting yourself into the right mental state – would work wonders for you. Besides the quality of rest, calming your mind can help you focus and perform better.
3. Accessibility and Convenience
The best thing about guided sleep meditation is that it doesn’t require any specific setup or investment from you. With numerous apps, online platforms, and audio recordings available on YouTube for free, you can easily incorporate these practices into your nightly routine, regardless of time, place, or budget available, to enjoy amazing results.
4. The “lazy” route to the highest ROIs
As a busy person who struggles to allocate time for all my interests and activities – this one is my absolute favorite. You literally don’t need any extra time to be able to benefit from sleep meditation and hypnosis as the time you spend fits into your sleeping time. How awesome is that!
Let’s conclude. Ready to give it a try?
After reading the previous paragraphs, you may be wondering how on earth listening to voice recordings at night can actually help you overcome life challenges or problems. The truth is, it won’t by itself. Again, I want to make it clear that there is no magic wand to solve all of life’s problems. You are the one who has to put in the effort. However, this practice becomes incredibly helpful when you are already working hard towards your goals, needing to recharge your mental health state and spur your mind into positive thinking. Here, sleep meditation and hypnosis, in particular, can be powerfully effective.
Sometimes, in our pursuit of success, we push ourselves too far, which can have the opposite effect on our progress. Our body and mind start to work against us, leading to negative thoughts and limiting beliefs, which can make us feel “stuck”. To overcome this, we need to rewire our minds and inner dialogue by introducing positive tunes and messages into our subconscious. You can practice it regularly like I do, or occasionally, each time you feel “stuck” or need some mental and motivational boost. In any case, I promise you’ll be grateful you did. Convinced enough to give it a try? If so, you may want to take a look at my recommendations on how to approach this practice for a smooth experience with maximum benefits. Happy meditating!
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