Most people assume they struggle to fall asleep because their mind is too busy. But creating a nighttime ritual for a calm mind helps signal safety and ease before bed.
From a scientific perspective, safety is tied to the parasympathetic nervous system—the part of you responsible for rest, digestion, and relaxation. Research shows that bedtime routines can lower cortisol, reduce cognitive activity, and support smoother transitions into sleep (| Mindell, 2019 |).
From a spiritual perspective, ritual creates energetic grounding. It signals to your inner self that the day is complete, that your mind can soften, and that your attention can return inward.
This article walks you through how to craft a ritual that calms your system, quiets nighttime overthinking, and gently prepares you for sleep.