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Since the purpose of this music for meditation was to convey a feeling of serenity and relaxation to the listener, the ambience in the background was purposefully crafted to be calming.
Playing music before bed can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better by increasing sleep efficiency. This means you spend more time in bed sleeping. Improved sleep efficiency translates to more consistent rest and fewer nighttime awakenings.
Take some time to relax before you go to bed; this straightforward strategy can help you nod off much more quickly. Put out the lights and take a few slow, deep breaths to center yourself. As you lay down in bed, the mental chitchat that has been plaguing you should begin to subside. Inhale... exhale... repeat this pattern till you find yourself dozing off.
You will gain some understanding of how sleep music functions and how it should be utilized after reading this brief guide.
The music that is intended to be listened to while sleeping has been developed using scientific research in order to facilitate more restful sleep. Deprivation of sleep is the state of not getting enough sleep and can be either acute or chronic, depending on the circumstances.
Fatigue, daytime sleepiness, clumsiness, and either weight loss or weight increase can be the result of a persistent state of sleep restriction. It has deleterious effects on both the brain and cognitive performance.
There are two distinct styles of music: one was developed by scientists to alter the waves in your brain, and the other meditation music for sleep is more melodic in nature and helps you into a state of profound relaxation so you can have a better night's sleep.
Both varieties are quite effective in their use. Sounds that are similar to droning are typically used for the music, which has the effect of making your brain feel happy. The music consists of chanting or slow organ music, both of which are known for their calming effects.
The use of an MP3 player, rather than headphones, is in my opinion the superior method for listening to music while trying to fall asleep.
When I'm using meditation music for sleep, I find that wearing headphones can be a little bit distracting. On the other hand, a good speaker setup for an MP3 player can completely fill the room with music and make it seem as though there is a layer of sound covering me.
When adjusting the volume, the first thing I do is locate a setting at which I can hear everything clearly, and then I drop it down by one or two notches from there. Because of this, the volume is just right for me at this point, which is right before I fall asleep.
When you are seated or lying down in a comfortable position, give this song as much or as little of your attention as you feel is appropriate.
While we usually advocate using headphones for the best results, it is important to note that doing so is not required.
MeditationLifeSkillsPodcast.com strives to present meditation concepts that connect east and west, tradition and science in a non-sectarian way, from multiple traditions, without promoting any particular technique or method.
One important principle I try to accomplish is to take complex ideas about meditation and the not-so-well understood meditation principles and help you understand how they can fit into your life.
To your success in meditation!
Don Weyant/Founder
MeditationLifeSkillsPodcast.com
NOTE: Listen to these meditation episodes as much as you want in a comfortable position, whether sitting or lying down. For best results, we strongly suggest listening with headphones.
***This work is not meant to replace medical or counseling guidance from a qualified practitioner. Please get professional care if you suffer from a physical or mental disease.
