We all talk in our sleep occasionally. But for the person who constantly does it, sleep talking can be quite embarrassing and humiliating. Although this condition is harmless and generally occurs during a vivid dream, if your nocturnal chatting is getting too much for those around you, here are some simple ways on how to stop talking in your sleep.
Sleep talking, or somniloquy, is usually caused by stress, anxiety, or not getting enough sleep. It is also common for people to talk in their sleep if they have a fever. There are a few things you can do if you’re a sleep talker who wants to stop this humiliating condition.
First and foremost you must get yourself into a good sleeping routine that will give you plenty hours of rest. Let’s say you usually sleep for eight hours a day – try and increase this to 10 hours. It’s surprising what a difference those two extra hours can make.
The benefits of a getting into the habit of having a good night’s sleep are twofold: the first is that you won’t be going to bed worrying about that early alarm clock – you’ll be good and ready to wake. The other benefit is that your stress levels will reduce, your anxiety will decrease, and you’ll be less prone to sleep talking.
Going to bed after a large meal is bad for you. You may fall asleep alright, but your stomach will be working overtime. This may cause indigestion and throw your sleep pattern into disarray. Change your eating habits – for example, eat four times a day instead of three, and make the servings smaller.
Monitor your stress levels and try not to feel anxious about things. You can do this by keeping positive thoughts in your mind, doing meditation, or even going for a walk. You need to try and keep your days peaceful and your evenings relaxed. Yoga is also great therapy for improving sleep.
