6 Steps to Fall

Asleep in 2 minutes
The Military Method

The United States Navy Pre-Flight school

created a routine to help pilots fall asleep
in 2 minutes or less. It took pilots about
6 weeks of practice.

BUT IT WORKED! Even after drinking

coffee and with gunfire noises in the
background.
1) Relax your entire face.

Close your eyes. Breathe slowly and

deeply. Then slowly relax all of your
face muscles. Relax your jaw, your
cheeks, your mouth, your tongue,
everything. Including your eyes; let
them go.
2) Drop your shoulders and
hands.

Let go of any tension. Relax your neck,

your traps; feel yourself sinking into
the chair or bed. Then start at the top
of your right arm, and slowly relax
your biceps, forearms, and
hands. Repeat on the other side. And
don't forget to keep breathing slowly
and deeply.
3) Exhale and relax your chest.

With your shoulders and arms relaxed,

that should be easy.
4) Relax your legs.

Start with your right thigh; let it sink

into the chair or bed. Then do the
same with your calf, ankle, and foot.
Repeat the process with your left leg.
5) Now clear your mind.

Granted, it's hard to not think about

anything. (I end up not thinking about
anything). If that's you, try holding an
Image in your mind. Choose
something relaxing, Picture yourself
lying comfortably in darkness
6) Try repeating the words

"Don't think" for 10 seconds.

If nothing else, that should help
distract you from thinking about
whatever it is that might otherwise
keep you awake.