SLEEP and anxiety often affect each other, especially as we get older.
Poor sleep can make you feel more worried or restless, and feeling anxious can make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep.
This cycle can be frustrating, but there is encouraging news.
By improving your sleep, you may also reduce anxiety, and by easing anxiety, your sleep can improve too.
Helen Dugdale from Australian Brain Coaching has written a book on overcoming insomnia and is now working on one about managing anxiety.
She has supported many people in improving both sleep and wellbeing, without the need for medication or supplements.
Helen also runs workshops where you can learn practical techniques to help yourself.
One-to-one counselling is available for more personalised support.
“If you’d like to sleep better and feel calmer, consider reaching out,” Helen said.
“Positive change is possible at any age. It is never too late to change your habits.”
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