Insomnia

BABUJI’S NATURAL REMEDIES

During his lifetime, BABUJI shared a wealth of knowledge to his associates about the simple natural remedies that he learned and also discovered during his life in northern India. This month we share a couple of his remedies for insomnia.¹

We all know the importance of a good night’s sleep, and these days scientists have done so much research in this field that there is no doubt that sleep hygiene is a vital ingredient of a healthy lifestyle. But not everyone finds it easy to go off to sleep, and we often look for pills and potions to give us a helping hand.

In India, Tulsi or holy basil has long been known to support sleep. This is because Tulsi relaxes the nerves, tones the central nervous system, and calms the mind. It is also an adaptogen, which means it helps us adapt to stress, and promotes balance and resilience. This in turn supports healthy digestion. 

Babuji also taught his associates other subtler methods to help them sleep, and one of those is also shared here.

Ingredients:

• Tulsi leaves or a Tulsi tea mix. 
• Boiling water.

Methods:

1. Make an infusion of Tulsi leaves in water. Leave it to steep for a few minutes before sipping prior to going to bed at night.
2. While lying in bed, first relax your body, starting with your toes (you can try Heartfulness Relaxation). Then, make a gentle thought that you are drawing sleep downwards from your eyebrows to your eyelids.

¹ Please note that these remedies are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. The remedies may be used to complement medical treatment and support recovery.