Tune out the world around you with these tools, which draw on ASMR and other soothing sounds, meditations and good old bedtime stories to encourage slumber. (Art: CBC Life App images source (L-R): BetterSleep, Calm, Noisli) With that said, if counting sheep isn't cutting it, hopefully these notes will inspire you to discover your new go-to tool for nodding off. In terms of testing conditions, you should know that I live on a busy street in downtown Toronto that's never not noisy.Īside from that, it's worth noting that because everyone has their own bedtime preferences and circumstances, they may also have totally different experiences with, say, sleepy stories, pink noise and smartphone fingerpainting than I did. Some apps had enough great free features that I didn't need to fork over any personal information or payment, while others locked the good stuff behind paywalls I used each for three nights, only paying or opting into a free trial when I felt I needed to. I stayed away from any described as prescription-only and/or designed for individuals with chronic insomnia. I tried out apps in three categories: those offering sounds to help you sleep, those that use activities to soothe and clear the mind and a third group of sleep trackers that provide data in order to potentially identify and address issues. So I jumped at the opportunity to put some smartphone slumber aids to the test. However, sleep apps were something I hadn't yet explored. I've purchased a giant bed, a decent set of ear plugs as well as ultra-soft sheets, and I was gifted the sort of fancy alarm clock that sends you off to sleep with ocean sounds and wakes you with zen chimes. So over the past couple of years, I've put a substantial amount of money and effort into my bedroom set-up, hoping to create the ultimate sleep environment. A light sleeper with a small bladder and a mind that often just won't quiet. Important note: Sleep problems and anxiety issues should not be overlooked as they can be serious disorders. The Mindfulness App opens up a world of professional guided meditations and includes a 5-day guided introduction course to mindfulness guided and silent meditations from 3 to 30 minutes customisable meditation with guided introduction, bells and nature sounds meditation reminders and mindful notices to help you to stay mindful throughout the day as well as statistics to keep track of your meditation journey.(Art: CBC Life Images credit: iStock/Getty Images).Buddhify offers over 200 easy-to-follow guided meditations to help overcome life's challenges mindfulness exercises you can do wherever you are, in categories such as travelling, at work, waking up, eating, and even when you're online 3 to 40 minute-sessions for both beginners and those more experienced a solo timer for seasoned meditators a range of experienced teachers so you can choose the voice and style that's right for you and kids content for the little people in your life.Also available are 7 and 21-day programmes music engineered to help you focus, relax or sleep unguided timed meditation open-ended meditation and a collection of soothing nature sounds to use during meditation, yoga or to help you sleep. Calm is a leading app for meditation and sleep that provides guided meditations, Sleep Stories, breathing exercises, masterclasses led by experts, and relaxing music, all aimed at beginners, intermediate and advanced users.In the Sleep by Headspace experience, you’ll find sleep meditation, relaxing sounds and melodies, and sleepcasts for restful nights. Guided breathing exercises, classic meditation and relaxation techniques, and mindfulness training can help you manage anxiety attacks and stress improve your breathing and focus and create a sense of happiness and calm. Headspace teaches you how to breathe, meditate, and live mindfully.Need some guidance and structure to help you relax, meditate regularly, sleep better or practice mindfulness? There are many great apps availavle on Google Play and the Apple App Store that can help.
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