Lying awake is rarely about tiredness. Usually the day is still running — tomorrow's list, today's awkward conversation, a sentence you wish you had said differently.
Bedtime affirmations give attention something dull and kind to hold. Repeat one slowly, in time with your breathing, and let it be boring. Boring is what you want here.
15 affirmations to say out loud
1My eyes feel very heavy.
2I am slowly drifting away to sleep.
3I am very sleepy and drowsy.
4My mind is relaxed and my thoughts are slowing down.
5I am getting very tired and sleepy.
6I feel sleepy and calm in this moment.
7I give myself permission to relax and fall asleep.
8I am falling asleep right now.
9My body is relaxed and my mind is peaceful.
10Nothing will wake me tonight.
11I am a heavy sleeper and nothing wakes me.
12I can sleep all through the night.
13I will wake up feeling fresh and relaxed.
14Tomorrow I will be well rested and full of energy.
15I am ready to fall into a deep sleep.
The app holds 35 affirmations in “Sleep”, with audio, voices and daily reminders.
How to use them
Slow the pace right down — one line per two or three breaths.
Same line every night. Novelty wakes you up.
If your mind wanders off, return to the line without commentary.