3281: [Part 2] How to Relax Before Bed and Prepare for a Good Night’s Sleep by Sabrina of Budding Optimist

3281: [Part 2] How to Relax Before Bed and Prepare for a Good Night’s Sleep by Sabrina of Budding Optimist

Author: Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik February 3, 2026 Duration: 10:16
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3281: Sabrina shares ten calming techniques to help ease your body and mind into restful sleep, from simple breathwork and soothing visualization to acupressure and mindful journaling. These gentle, science-backed practices not only reduce stress and anxiety but also create a consistent bedtime routine that encourages deeper, more restorative sleep. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://buddingoptimist.com/relaxing-things-to-do-before-bed/ Quotes to ponder: "Pets can melt more than just our hearts, they can melt away our stress too." "With mindfulness meditation, you focus your attention on your breath and the present moment, what you experience with your senses and the feelings in your body and mind in the here and now." "Listening to music for 45 minutes at bedtime for about a month has been shown to positively impact sleep patterns." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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