The 7-Minute Shutdown Ritual
Progressive muscle relaxation flips on your parasympathetic nervous system. You tense each muscle group, then let go. That release tells your brain it's time to wind down.
Here's how to do it:
Lie down. Tense a muscle group for 5 seconds. Release for 15 seconds. Start at your feet and work up to your face. Breathe deeply between each group. Takes about 7 minutes before bed. (1/2)