| REFLEXOLOGY And so much more… |
Oran Aviv
| Counting Sheep not Working? Tips for a Good Night's Sleep From the May 2011 Newsletter |
Almost all of us have experienced at one time
those seemingly endless nights of tossing and
turning and just not being able to fall asleep.
Whether this is the result of something we ate or
drank, too many thoughts on our mind or
anticipation of an event, a restful night's sleep is
just not attainable.
What can be done?
If occasionally you find it difficult to fall asleep
those seemingly endless nights of tossing and
turning and just not being able to fall asleep.
Whether this is the result of something we ate or
drank, too many thoughts on our mind or
anticipation of an event, a restful night's sleep is
just not attainable.
What can be done?
If occasionally you find it difficult to fall asleep
or you wake and can't return to sleep,the following tips may help you get that much needed
shut-eye. If, however, you are consistently having difficulties falling asleep, waking and
not able to fall back to sleep or are constantly waking early – you might want to consider
a series of Reflexology sessions to help you break the insomnia pattern and return to
normal sleep
Be Timeless
Set your alarm, but turn that clock around so you won't know what time it is when you
wake at night. Many of my clients who note what time they wake up at night, begin to
follow a pattern of waking at the same time(s) every night. By knowing at what time they
awake, people seem to program themselves to wake up at those same times every night.
Once they stop noting the times that they awake, the wake up pattern changes and in time
ceases.
Keep Yourself in the Dark
Our bodies developed thousands of years before Edison invented the incandescent light
bulb and we are designed to sleep when it is dark and be awake during daylight hours.
When there is an absence of light, the hormone melatonin is secreted which makes us
sleepy. Even a faint light from the adjacent room, a computer screen or a digital clock
(another good reason to turn it around) can affect our sleep. Turn off all light sources,
close blinds or drapes to block out street lights and/or sleep with an eye mask. Research
shows that sleeping in darkness may also reduce chances of getting cancer since melatonin
impedes the growth of cancer cells and strengthens the immune system.
Use Reflexology on Yourself
Lynn Booth's Diaphragm Rock:
For those of you who took my Basic Hand Reflexology course, remember to place your
thumb on the solar plexus reflex and open and close your hand slowly, 15 times on both
hands. Inhale and exhale deeply as you close and open your hands. Many times you will
fall asleep before getting to the count of 15 on the second hand.
Wiggle to sleep – try wiggling all of your toes continuously. The reflex for the head/brain
is in the toes, so by wiggling them you can help relax your mind to fall asleep. Wiggle for
several minutes till you fall asleep or at least feel tired.
Look up to the Alpha Waves
With your eyes closed look up. This eye movement helps bring the brain to a relaxed
state by inducing alpha brain waves. Breathe gently in and out.
The Power of Now
If you find that your seemingly endless thoughts are keeping you awake, instead of trying
to turn them off just observe them. Eckhart Tolle, author of "The Power of Now"
suggests: "Close your eyes and say to yourself, I wonder what my next thought will be."
Then wait and observe your next thought.
shut-eye. If, however, you are consistently having difficulties falling asleep, waking and
not able to fall back to sleep or are constantly waking early – you might want to consider
a series of Reflexology sessions to help you break the insomnia pattern and return to
normal sleep
Be Timeless
Set your alarm, but turn that clock around so you won't know what time it is when you
wake at night. Many of my clients who note what time they wake up at night, begin to
follow a pattern of waking at the same time(s) every night. By knowing at what time they
awake, people seem to program themselves to wake up at those same times every night.
Once they stop noting the times that they awake, the wake up pattern changes and in time
ceases.
Keep Yourself in the Dark
Our bodies developed thousands of years before Edison invented the incandescent light
bulb and we are designed to sleep when it is dark and be awake during daylight hours.
When there is an absence of light, the hormone melatonin is secreted which makes us
sleepy. Even a faint light from the adjacent room, a computer screen or a digital clock
(another good reason to turn it around) can affect our sleep. Turn off all light sources,
close blinds or drapes to block out street lights and/or sleep with an eye mask. Research
shows that sleeping in darkness may also reduce chances of getting cancer since melatonin
impedes the growth of cancer cells and strengthens the immune system.
Use Reflexology on Yourself
Lynn Booth's Diaphragm Rock:
For those of you who took my Basic Hand Reflexology course, remember to place your
thumb on the solar plexus reflex and open and close your hand slowly, 15 times on both
hands. Inhale and exhale deeply as you close and open your hands. Many times you will
fall asleep before getting to the count of 15 on the second hand.
Wiggle to sleep – try wiggling all of your toes continuously. The reflex for the head/brain
is in the toes, so by wiggling them you can help relax your mind to fall asleep. Wiggle for
several minutes till you fall asleep or at least feel tired.
Look up to the Alpha Waves
With your eyes closed look up. This eye movement helps bring the brain to a relaxed
state by inducing alpha brain waves. Breathe gently in and out.
The Power of Now
If you find that your seemingly endless thoughts are keeping you awake, instead of trying
to turn them off just observe them. Eckhart Tolle, author of "The Power of Now"
suggests: "Close your eyes and say to yourself, I wonder what my next thought will be."
Then wait and observe your next thought.
Purrfect Sleep
Cats most probably purr to heal themselves.
Research shows that the frequency of cats' purr
heals. I believe this same natural, healing
frequency also helps us sleep better. So go pet a
cat and let him/her purr you to sleep.
Remember that not getting a good night's sleep
affects our ability to focus and work, it affects our
Cats most probably purr to heal themselves.
Research shows that the frequency of cats' purr
heals. I believe this same natural, healing
frequency also helps us sleep better. So go pet a
cat and let him/her purr you to sleep.
Remember that not getting a good night's sleep
affects our ability to focus and work, it affects our
mood and it compromises our immune system. If you are not able to sleep well, don't wait,
get help now!
1. http://www.sleepfoundation.org/article/sleep-topics/melatonin-and-sleep
2. http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2005/niehs-19.htm
3. http://www.boothvrt.com/
4. http://eckharttolle.mybigcommerce.com/products/The-Power-of-Now-%28Paperback%29.html
5. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=why-do-cats-purr
get help now!
1. http://www.sleepfoundation.org/article/sleep-topics/melatonin-and-sleep
2. http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2005/niehs-19.htm
3. http://www.boothvrt.com/
4. http://eckharttolle.mybigcommerce.com/products/The-Power-of-Now-%28Paperback%29.html
5. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=why-do-cats-purr
Oran Aviv, a senior Reflexologist since 1995, has been helping adults and children stay
healthy for over 15 years. Through Reflexology and other natural methods, Oran has
helped numerous clients return to healthy sleeping patterns. Oran also lectures and
teaches basic Hand Reflexology workshops all across the country, showing people how
to literally, put their health in their own hands. To arrange a Reflexology session, to
have Oran teach your group and/or to receive Oran's free monthly newsletter - email
her at oran@reflexandmore.com or click here.
Upcoming Events
May 16th Reflexology for Parkinson's
Meir Hospital, Kfar Saba
May 29th Hand Reflexology for Geriatric PTs and OTs
Kfar Saba
June 15th "Secrets of Face Reading & Self Diagnosis"
Discover the signs in someone’s face that tell you about his /her character and
health.
Kfar Saba, 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Oran will be hosting visiting Rice House guests from England
Melanie Waxman and Simon Brown who will be lecturing and
giving a cooking class.
Pre-register now for a discount! http://www.thericehouse.com/
July 6th TACT's Broadway Musical and Tap Workshps
with Danny Swartzman and Oran Aviv
Tel Aviv Community Theatre, Beit Yad Lebanim, Tel Aviv
Click here for more info
July 26th Reflexology for Dementia
Sha'are Tzedek Geriatric Seminar
Jerusalem, 18:00
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healthy for over 15 years. Through Reflexology and other natural methods, Oran has
helped numerous clients return to healthy sleeping patterns. Oran also lectures and
teaches basic Hand Reflexology workshops all across the country, showing people how
to literally, put their health in their own hands. To arrange a Reflexology session, to
have Oran teach your group and/or to receive Oran's free monthly newsletter - email
her at oran@reflexandmore.com or click here.
Upcoming Events
May 16th Reflexology for Parkinson's
Meir Hospital, Kfar Saba
May 29th Hand Reflexology for Geriatric PTs and OTs
Kfar Saba
June 15th "Secrets of Face Reading & Self Diagnosis"
Discover the signs in someone’s face that tell you about his /her character and
health.
Kfar Saba, 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Oran will be hosting visiting Rice House guests from England
Melanie Waxman and Simon Brown who will be lecturing and
giving a cooking class.
Pre-register now for a discount! http://www.thericehouse.com/
July 6th TACT's Broadway Musical and Tap Workshps
with Danny Swartzman and Oran Aviv
Tel Aviv Community Theatre, Beit Yad Lebanim, Tel Aviv
Click here for more info
July 26th Reflexology for Dementia
Sha'are Tzedek Geriatric Seminar
Jerusalem, 18:00
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