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Wellbeing Wednesday: How to sleep better

November 25, 2020

A good night’s sleep is essential for your personal mental wellbeing

It is possible to aid a better sleep in less than 8 minutes.

Breathing techniques can help relax and reduce stress when you go to bed; here are two short exercises you could try.

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/podcasts-and-videos/wellbeing-and-sleep-quick-fix-relaxation-exercise

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/podcasts-and-videos/wellbeing-and-sleep-full-works

If you have more complex sleeping conditions here are some helpful contacts.

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/s/sleep

Wellbeing sanctuary:

Would you like to take 30-90 minutes to look after yourself? We very rarely take the time, so why not book now! The Wellbeing Sanctuary gives you the chance to de-stress and relax in a confidential safe place.

The sanctuary has a variety of offerings including:

  • Massage
  • Chill out downtime over a tea/coffee and a biscuit
  • A chat – a listening ear to hear anything you want to talk about in confidence
  • Meditation
  • Mindfulness
  • Relaxation hypnotherapy
  • Music therapy

Note: Social distancing measures are in place and PPE and sanitisation is provided on site.

To book please contact the wellbeing team on 0121 507 5886 to book your free session.

The sanctuary is only a 5 minute drive away from City Hospital and a 10 minute. drive away from Sandwell Hospital (Learning Works on Unett Street, Smethwick, B66 3SY) with free secured parking right outside.

For further details please see daily sanctuary information sheet