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Jun 23, 2020 3 min

How Not to Fall Asleep While Meditating: 10 Tips

from Mindful Moments with Shirley Archer Hosted by Podcast with Shirley Archer

If you find yourself falling asleep or dozing off when you're trying to meditate, this video helps you. Most of us don't want to sleep when meditating—we want to stay awake! Here, I share 10 tips on how to stay awake while meditating that's part of my playlist on Meditation FAQs. I answer common questions about meditation and mindfulness to make starting your meditation practice easier. How not to fall asleep during meditation is important to troubleshoot, but can be easily solved with a few simple changes. Most importantly, avoid cues that you're preparing to go to sleep. For example, get dressed (don't wear your nightie or pajamas), sit in bright light, plan to be alert, diffuse invigorating essential oils, play uplifting music and more. You can resist the urge to fall asleep while meditating. I know you can do it. If you want to create more calm in your life, check out my free guide, The Power of the Pause. click here: bit.ly/2vAvtMS As an integrative health leader, blogger and mindful meditation teacher, I post new podcasts each week featuring mindful and natural ways to help you look and feel more energetic, healthier, happier—naturally to help you live younger, longer. Please leave comments or requests for tips to help you with your biggest challenges to reach your wellness and happiness goals. Email me at [email protected] Follow me here too: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleyarcher/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shirleyarcher Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shirley_archer

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