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Over 60? 5 Proven Ways to Fall Asleep Fast (#5 is The Military Method)

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It’s 2:00 AM. You are exhausted, but your brain won't shut off. If you think insomnia is just a "normal part of aging"—think again. You don't need heavy pills to get 8 hours of rest; you just need to retrain your "sleep switch."

In this video, I reveal 5 science-backed techniques to trick your body into deep sleep. From a doctor-approved breathing hack to the famous "Military Method" used by U.S. Navy pilots to fall asleep in 2 minutes—these tools work best when used together.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:08 - But here is the Good News
01:42 - Short announcement
02:02 - TECHNIQUE 1: The 4-7-8 Breath
05:09 - TECHNIQUE 2: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
07:37 - TECHNIQUE 3: Cognitive Shuffling
09:36 - TECHNIQUE 4: The "Worry Dump"
11:09 - TECHNIQUE 5: The Military Method
13:21 - BONUS: The Golden Rule of Temperature

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20 Comments

@TopHealthTipsHub Creator 4 months ago Pinned

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@FredFox-m9v 8 months ago

The best way I have found to fall asleep is to watch AI presentations on how to fall asleep.

@SeniorStrengthTips01 7 months ago

I'm 65. I’m leaving this comment here so that every time someone likes it, it will remind me to come back and watch again! Thank you so much!

@ChrisStCyr-gnt7 9 months ago (edited)

The military secret to falling asleep fast is staying awake for long periods of time doing stressful and strenuous things. When Sarg gives you time for a two hour nap an you’ve only slept eight hours last three days, it lights out fast!

For civilians, get up early. Exercise hard everyday. You will sleep well most nights just by being tired because you worked physically hard.

@duanelinstrom4292 8 months ago (edited)

I have 4 children, who have 4 spouses, 10 grandchildren, 3 of whom also have spouses, 8 great grandchildren. I pray for them by name, one at a time. One by one I hand them off to God’s care. Before I get to the end I’m asleep. Sometimes I pray oldest to youngest, other times youngest to oldest.

@tgalloway 9 months ago

I tried the calf tense, got cramp and I'm now more awake than I was before

@2626firefly 5 months ago

When I cant sleep, I visualize walking up to my mother's house, going inside, and seeing everything one room at a time. Every object just like when she was alive.

@robinmiller9865 9 months ago

I can happily confirm that the 4-7-8 technique is miraculous and should also be done throughout the day as it activates the parasympathetic nervous system which regulates blood pressure, heart rate and lowers cortisol. Keep breathing!

@jennybeer5269 7 months ago

I am 72 and, here in the Netherlands, we keep day temperature in the winter at 19 degrees C, at night we drop it to 17. That's the recommendation, and truly it makes us feel better, and sleep well. Yes, with a nice warm blanket and warm socks on (which I usually take off somewhere in the middle of the night! ).

@nyhcbd 7 months ago

man, just lay down and start thinking about being rich af, thinking about your dream house, all the luxuries money can buy and you dont even notice falling asleep... it works for me everytime!

@brianfinch4210 9 months ago

When I was in Her Majesty's Royal Air Force, some 50 years ago (when it was still a force),
the Military Method of choice I used was a couple of large Single Malt Highland Whiskies.
It worked every time.

@princesscandlewax5170 9 months ago (edited)

You look like a robot. Now I truly understand the uncanny valley. Creepy-ass AI man.

@martinvaneck-ss1mn 5 months ago

I have a very strong mind, very positive. I dont need any tricks, just go to bed and sleep. I am 76 and have slept 3.5 hours/night for over 60 years.
No problems, no supplements, no doctors. Do everything my way.

@DrSherryray 12 days ago

This is the main health topic people really need to know.

@marygraceescano1364 9 months ago

I have a severe insomnia. I was prescribed of sleeping pill for 20 days but after I consumed it , the problem recur. I don't like to rely on synthetic medicine. Aside from drinking herbal tea before bedtime, I'm always praying that I could find a natural way to restore my normal sleeping pattern and thank God I found this video. I want to believe this is an answered prayer and a Christmas gift to me. I will try tonight the technique #2 and I hope it will work . Thank you, sir!

@Dr.MarkHyman-DMH 6 months ago

As someone over 60, sleep has become such a challenge. I’ve heard so much about the Military Method but never knew the exact steps—relaxing the face first is a game changer! Thanks for breaking these down into simple steps we can actually use.

@insomnia-Germany 4 months ago

I have Tinnitus since 40 years... in the last month it becomes a new terrible Level... I've tried all the videos with sounds for distraction... nothing helps... I'm grateful for tips 🥰