Looking for a way to sleep better? Research shows that listening to relaxing words such as bedtime stories or soothing podcasts can be the right way to fall into a deep, restful sleep.
We all know that reading is incredibly relaxing: that's why parents read bedtime stories to their children. But according to a new study, listening to an uplifting story or relaxing podcast not only has the power to help you sleep, it can help you get a deeper sleep.
The study, published in the "Journal of sleep research", is based on evidence that such words during the phase before falling into bed help to increase the amount of time one spends asleep. Using an EKG (electrocardiogram) test, the study authors found that the time between heartbeats was longer when a person trying to sleep first heard relaxing words, compared to a set of less stimulating words. This isn't just about the sound of the words... When the researchers whispered these words during sleep, the time between heartbeats was shorter than when the words were spoken ahead.
Ultimately, it shows how aware our bodies are of the world around us while we sleep, and how ambient noise in and around our bedrooms can affect sleep quality. As you rest at night, the body's physiological processes gradually shift towards a state of rest. Hearing soothing words serves as a catalyst for relaxation by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system.
From a psychological point of view, this method causes a rush of positive emotions, evoking feelings of security, satisfaction and all favorable to enjoy a complete and quality dish.
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