Imagine this: you wake up in the middle of the night, your brain pounding like a drum, and sleep seems to have gone on vacation. High temperatures and stuffy air during summer only make things worse. But psychiatrist Alejandro Martínez Rico has a trick that can put you back to sleep in just two minutes! No, it’s not magic, but a simple eye movement technique that shifts your focus away from anxious thoughts like “I must fall asleep” to something else. This method, based on EMDR therapy principles, stimulates both brain hemispheres and activates the parasympathetic nervous system responsible for calming and relaxation. In other words: your heart rate slows, breathing calms, and your body prepares for sleep. Just two or three repetitions of this exercise and most people drift off. And no, you don’t need to be a meditation or yoga guru to do it. Just close your eyes and follow the sequence of movements. If you’ve ever struggled with insomnia, you know how frustrating it is. This trick is like having a secret weapon in your pocket to fight the problem without drugs or expensive treatments. Of course, to get the best effect, you should also follow basic good sleep rules, but this is definitely a step in the right direction. So next time insomnia hits, instead of counting sheep, try this simple trick. You might be surprised how quickly you fall back asleep. And if you do try it, drop a comment below and tell us if it worked or if you’re still up reading this! Who knows, maybe together we’ll discover another magic sleep hack!
