Last night, I stared at the ceiling for what felt like hours. My mind was racing, rehashing awkward conversations from three weeks ago and imaginary deadlines that don’t even exist. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in this spiral right before bed, you’re not alone. Calming anxiety before bedtime isn’t just about sleeping better—it’s about…
For the longest time, I thought my sleepless nights were just about bad habits—too much coffee, a mind that wouldn’t shut up, or maybe just stress from work. But I didn’t realize how deeply insomnia is linked to chronic anxiety. It wasn’t until a therapist casually asked about my sleep that I started connecting the…
Night after night, I used to lie awake—mind racing, heart pounding, the dark ceiling above offering no comfort. I’d try everything from deep breathing to melatonin, yet nothing seemed to flip that inner “off” switch. Sound familiar? If your nights are stolen by spirals of anxious thoughts, you’re not alone. Developing calming bedtime routines for…