the fivefold path to falling asleep

less metadata, more feeling I'm grateful to have fallen asleep most days of my life; I could probably count on two hands the number of times I didn't. There are phases where it happens naturally, and phases where I struggle (often when I'm more electrified through dealing with digital things). So I've tried to figure out some kind of process for when I don't fall asleep easily or automatically. Maybe it can help you? I think of it as 'layers' that can be folded into each other like dough, not really in any specific order. You don't need to do them all, and maybe you can integrate your own. If you need practice, you might try some of them during your day. Take your time and be aware of what the rep is for you. Don't get too caught up with sequences, don't force anything. Notice how you feel, be responsive, and see what you can enjoy. layer 1: sit Just sit. I don't mean meditate or anything else, but you can if you want. Sit and watch what happens. You can watch the thoughts about your…