Free Audio for Insomnia
Listen to a free guided audio for Insomnia by MyoTape founder Patrick McKeown. Patrick brings you a sustainable listening experience of his foundational breathing techniques. This 20-minute guided session, suitable for all levels, is designed to foster deep relaxation and mindful breathing, ideal to practice upon waking and before bedtime.
Natural Ways to Improve Sleep
Insomnia is a common sleep challenge, often caused by hyperarousal or disrupted breathing patterns. Conditions such as heavy snoring, upper airway resistance, and sleep apnea can repeatedly wake the sleeper, while even rapid or forceful breathing during sleep can contribute to wakefulness. Insomnia typically presents in two main forms: difficulty falling asleep and waking during the night. Practicing breathing techniques alongside good sleep hygiene can significantly enhance sleep quality and promote more restful nights.
Struggling to Fall Asleep
Difficulty falling asleep is often linked to an overstimulated mind, caused by stress, excessive information intake, or late-night screen exposure, such as social media scrolling. Additionally, rapid or forceful breathing can signal danger to the brain, making it resist sleep as a protective response. Slowing and calming your breathing reassures the brain that it is safe to relax, helping you ease into restful sleep.
Night Time Waking
Waking up after only a few hours of sleep can be frustrating, especially when you need rest for the day ahead. The pressure to fall back asleep quickly often creates tension, making relaxation even more difficult.
A simple yet effective way to ease back into sleep is by softening and slowing your breathing, which calms the mind and triggers the body’s relaxation response. For many, listening to a guided audio for insomnia provides even greater relief. Rather than forcing sleep, guided audio shifts the focus away from “trying,” allowing you to relax naturally. As you listen, your body and mind gradually unwind, making it easier to drift back into restful sleep.
Download the 20-Minute Guided Audio
This audio guides you through the Breathe Light exercise, activating the body’s natural relaxation response and reducing pressure to fall asleep.
Before bed, switch your phone to flight mode to minimize disruptions from EMFs or notifications. If you wake during the night, simply plug in headphones, play the audio, and relax. Let the audio do the work.