125: Nighttime Breathing Ritual: Your Guide to Returning to a Blissful Sleep

For the past couple of weeks, we have been exploring how to prepare for and let go into a good night’s sleep.Of course, that’s the first - and often biggest - part of the sleep battle at times.But what about those nights you drift off to sleep only to find yourself awake again 4 hours later, staring off into the dark room?This week, on Episode #125 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, I’m going to share with you 3 breathing exercises - and some honorable mentions - for when you find yourself in that situation.#1: A Breathing Technique with Progressive Muscle RelaxationThis practice is great for when you wake up feeling tension in your body and is a great way to teach your body to relax.#2: The 4-7-8 breathJust like it sounds, this practice involves inhaling for 4, suspending for 7, and exhaling for 8.A few rounds of this breathing technique can have you drifting back into dreamland.#3: Alternate Nostril BreathingThis is perfect for when you’re feeling “plugged up” on one side or the other.It brings balance not only to plugged nasal passages, but a plugged mind as well!Honorable Mentions:Square Breath - Inhale for 4, suspend for 4, exhale for 4, suspend for 4.Suspended Exhalation - Exhale for twice as long as you inhale.Counting Your Breaths - 1 to 100, 100-1… whatever works for you!Relaxation Audio - A meditation, nature sounds, or maybe a rainstorm. Anything to distract your wandering mind.Try one of these the next time you find yourself waking up from your sleep in the middle of the night.I just know that you will find the perfect practice to bring you back into sleep.Sweet dreams!Lorrie xoxoxDownload my Sleep ChecklistLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond Loving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond