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I'm Too Tense To Fall Asleep A 10-Minute Progressive Muscle Relaxation
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- Jul 22, 2026
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Summary
If your body simply will not switch off tonight, if you are lying there with your jaw clenched, shoulders up by your ears, and a racing mind that just won’t settle, this session was built for exactly this moment.In tonight's episode of Calming Anxiety , clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin guides you through a deeply soothing Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) session. Designed specifically to ease nighttime anxiety, this classic tense-and-release body scan sends a powerful message of safety to your nervous system, slowing down your heart rate and allowing your whole system to transition into a state of deep, restorative sleep.If you struggle to fall asleep, find yourself tossing and turning, or wake up in the night with anxious thoughts, let this guided sleep meditation be your ultimate bedtime ritual. Turn down the noise of the day, uncurl your thoughts, and allow yourself to drift away into a peaceful, healing rest. Enjoying the show? Don't forget to hit Follow so tomorrow's session finds you automatically! If this practice brings you comfort, please share it on your social media to help others find their calm.⏱️ Time Chapters 00:00 – Cold Intro & Channel Welcome Meet your host, Martin (Clinical Hypnotherapist and former Paramedic), and settle in for tonight's deep rest practice. 01:06 – Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) Body Scan A guided, physical wind-down from your feet to your face, contrasting tension and release to teach your body how to truly let go. 04:48 – Deep Sleep Affirmations Calming bedtime affirmations repeated silently to help shift your brainwaves into a safe, deeply tranquil frequency. 08:01 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Better Sleep Practical, science-backed lifestyle cues to lower your core temperature, clear mental c…