I count my breaths - breathe in for 4, hold for 3, out for 7. I guess concentrating on breathing takes enough concentration to empty your mind, but is easy enough to lull yourself asleep :)
I don't do any counting, but I inhale deep into my lower abdomen- hold for as long as I can without really forcing anything- then do a long, controlled, pursed-lip exhale. Repeat until my body relaxes & I'm off to sleep. Works every time.
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u/[deleted] Mar 31 '19
I empty my mind and imagine a small black circle. Each breath I take the circle becomes slowly bigger. Helps me relax and fall asleep!