Change Your Sleep Self-Talk

Did you know that the way you talk to yourself about sleep during the day affects your sleep at night? Many people fall into this negative self-talk trap. If they have a bad night’s sleep, they will say things like,

"I did not get enough sleep last night; I am going to feel terrible today."

" I never sleep well anymore."


"I just know I am going to have trouble sleeping tonight."



The way you think during the day can affect how you sleep. Consciously changing those thoughts is called cognitive restructuring. Gregg Jacobs Ph.D.., author of Say Good Night To Insomnia, says "In short, cognitive re-structuring will be the initial catalyst for improving your sleep and yourself in a number of important ways." Make it a habit to replace your negative self-talk about sleep with positive self talk:


" I know I will sleep well tonight."


"My day is not determined by just the amount of sleep I got last night."


"Every day, my sleep is improving."

There are many benefits to cognitive restructuring.


You will learn how to better control your negative thoughts and emotions.   


You will feel more in control over your sleep.


You will feel less frustrated, and frustration can cause insomnia.



Triggers



Your negative daily thoughts are your triggers. When you find that you are having a negative thought about sleep, replace it immediately with a positive thought.

Sleep well tonight, and every night.

Yours in health and well being.

Joyce Hearn