The importance of restorative sleep is often underestimated, but neglecting adequate sleep can adversely affect both physical and mental health, contributing to elevated blood pressure, hormonal imbalances, weakened immune responses, and increased inflammation in the body.

Sleep plays a vital role in brain repair and restoration. It also helps us to empty our metaphorical stress bucket that fills up throughout the day by helping us to process the memories and events of the day by stripping out the emotions attached to these and turning them into a narrative memory. However, this essential process to occur , our brain’s must be in a calm and relaxed state of mind. 

Although sleep has many phases it is the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep - our deep dream sleep that plays a crucial role in this function, unfortunately it only constitutes about 20% of the our overall sleep cycle. This is where hypnotic trance comes into play. By inducing a state that mirrors REM, it promotes deep relaxation, allowing your body and mind to heal. 

Various factors can contribute to sleep disturbances, including stress, anxiety, depression, an unsuitable sleep environment, physical health issues, and lifestyle choices so it’s always a good idea to get a check-up with your GP.