Talk yourself to sleep
There is a series in the New York Post by Paul McKenna, who appaently is a new self-improvement sensation in England. One article (and podcast) is about insomnia. I checked it out. Most of the advice is not particularly new.
But then I came across a tip I’ve never heard before. It’s kind of interesting and makes sense when you think about it. Basically the tip is: “If you find yourself unable to get to sleep, simply close your eyes and describe whatever you are aware of silently to yourself in a relaxed, monotone voice. For example: “I see an ocean … I taste an orange … I see a swimming pool …”
So it’s basically boring yourself to sleep. Not a bad idea.
Source: New York Post
