Let’s face it. We’ve all experienced insomnia at some point in our lives. Whether it’s a way of life or whether you have too much on your mind, sometimes falling asleep isn’t that easy. Just think about it: we spend the whole day trying to keep ourselves awake and stimulated with coffee, energy drinks, music and more. Then, out of nowhere, we simply tell our body to do the opposite so that we can sleep.
There are a few things that can help. Warm milk, counting sheep, medication. Sometimes these aids work, but not all the time.
Now, there is a clinically proven way to lull your body into a deep slumber. Sans medication.
The eight-minute secret is a song composed by Marconi Union. And according to scientists, it is the most relaxing song ever.
Studies show that “Weightless” reduced anxiety levels by a staggering 65 percent! The blood pressure, brain activity and heart rate of listeners also drastically decreased.
Why, you may ask?
The song was created to replicate a heartbeat. And the rate of that heartbeat indicates a calm nervous system – ideal for sleep. Upon listening to “Weightless,” our heartbeat synchronizes to that of the track. In turn, our breathing gets heavy and our blood pressure cools. The result? Deep sleep!
Dr. Svetlana Kogan, an internalist, makes a great point in comparing the human body to water crystals on a speaker. When loud, upbeat music is playing, the crystals jump around sporadically. When calm music is played, they link together and balance beautifully. And since more than 70 percent of our bodies is water, it’s no shock that the music we intake can impact our psychological and physiological states.
Researchers advise to avoid listening to the track while driving or in the middle of a busy day. So, next time you’re having trouble falling asleep, give “Weightless” a chance. It just might be your new favorite song.