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Old Mar 23, 2015, 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by splitimage View Post
I was taught several breathing exercises the second time I was IP. I find doing deep breathing excercises when I get into bed, really helps me fall asleep faster. I also do them during the day when I notice that I'm getting stressed, and it really helps.

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Yes, when I have trouble falling asleep because my mind is too active, I focus on slowing my breathing down, which slows my body down. Also, if I'm focused on my breathing, I'm less focused on the things in my brain that are making me anxious.