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1. ALERT STATE. An imbalance in the autonomic nervous
system is responsible for most dificulties when fal-
ling asleep: when disturbed, neurotransmiters like
noradrenaline signal your brain to stay awake.
2. BREATHING. Dodow helps you restore the balance
of the autonomic nervous system thanks to slow
breathing. Following a slow and regular breathing (6
breaths per minute is the optimal rate) helps stimulate
the baroreflex: a physiological mechanism that allows
you to relax.
3. REST STATE. Ater 8 minutes you will be in the ‘rest and
digest’ state. Your metabolism will slow down, the se-
cretion of neurotransmiters will stop, and your body
will be completely relaxed, leaving you less receptive
to your thoughts and to the ambient noise. Sleep is
not far of...