TENSE myself to sleep*

I learnt this astute life hack

To fill my life with what I lack

Which is sleep of adequate quality

I toss and turn in bed endlessly..

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The acronym is oxymoronically named “TENSE”

It makes you go through each sense

To determine the best memory of your day

You go down the list this way-

T (tongue) represents the best thing you tasted all day

E (eye) reminds you of the best vista on display

N (nose) is the best aroma you took pleasure in

S (skin) reminds of what felt best on your skin

E (ears) reminds you of the best sound you did hear

The day that went by wonderful does appear

When you go down the list of what you liked best

With your mind filled with positive vibes, you can finally rest..

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The best thing I tasted today was Indian tea

A beautiful sunset I saw unfolding before me

The smell of my lavender soap stood out

The hot shower touching my skin felt good without doubt

On public radio I heard an uplifting story

I am smiling inwardly at each memory..

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As promised, sleep is knocking on my mind’s door

Earlier than it would have done before..

*This life hack for better sleep is described in a book by Paul Callaghan named “The Dreaming Path-Indigenous Ideas to Help us Change the World”