If you’re already struggling with insomnia, then bravely embrace it. I’m Dozywave, and today we’re going to delve into how you can harmoniously coexist with insomnia through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
ACT is a form of psychotherapy that encourages us to accept those things we cannot change, while committing to actions that align with our personal values. Here’s how you can implement this approach:
- Recognise and accept your feelings: When insomnia strikes, resist the urge to fight it or feel anxious. Instead, learn to accept this experience. You can practice mindfulness and meditation to observe your emotions without immediately trying to alter them.
- Value-oriented actions: Identify your core values, such as health, creativity, or family, and choose activities that resonate with these values during sleepless nights, such as reading, writing, or engaging in gentle household tasks.
- Commitment and practice: Set small, manageable goals for yourself, such as engaging in ten minutes of mindfulness meditation or journaling each night, and stick to them even when you can’t sleep.
- Enhance psychological flexibility: These practices will help increase your psychological flexibility, allowing you to maintain a more open and peaceful mindset when faced with life’s challenges.
Through these practices, insomnia becomes less of a monster to be feared and more of an opportunity for deep self-exploration and growth.