Prior to Sleep

 

 

 

 

 

My friend, Cherrie, posted this on Facebook,  My Night Time Affirmations, by Loaf Affirmations.  There were 14 positive messages to set the stage prior to sleep.  They are quite similar to preparation to encourage the mind to retain dreams.

 

I am now ready for sleep:  Once in bed, it is important to tell the body your intention for sleep.  This is why many people use sleep masks as a definite indicator that it is time to rest.

 

I am calm and safe as I lie down:  Even if we are not feeling afraid or unsettled, it is important for the mind to feel secure.

 

I am now relaxed both physically and mentally:  Begin at your toes, telling them to relax.  Work your way up your body, telling each body part to relax. 

 

I am filled with a sense of contentment, happiness, and gratitude:  Setting the mood for our sleep time is important.  Even if our only happiness is that the day is done, we are setting a pattern.

 

I am grateful for the experiences that today brought into my life:  We may not understand all of our experiences from the day, but we know everything will fall into a rightful place eventually.

 

I am very happy with my self and the accomplishment I achieved today:  It is important to acknowledge what we have created or contributed no matter how large or small.

 

I am thankful for the abundance I am constantly and forever blessed with:  Abundance has more meaning to it then financial gain.  We may have abundant love, food, shelter, or choices.

 

I am looking forward to tomorrow and the opportunities it brings:  Positive thoughts eliminate our worries with the next day.  They help to settle the mind.

 

I am forgiven and I am forgiving of myself and of all others:  Sometimes we hurt other people's feelings without even knowing it.  We may be holding a grudge subconsciously.  This helps.

 

I am filled with a sense of deep peaceful sleep now:   This message confirms all of the above.  We have placed all distractions outside of our body and mind. 

 

It was suggested that the list be printed out and kept by the nightstand.  Eventually, you will have it all memorized and will automatically fall into the steps, slowly.  Another idea would be to record this message and then hit the play button once settled in bed.  Might be worth a good night's sleep!