Why do people like "counting sheep" when they have insomnia? Is this method effective?

Counting sheep is a famous and simplest method to treat insomnia. This custom originated from western culture and came from some parts of Europe, which is homophonic with sheep. Generally speaking, the traditional method is to let people who can't sleep imagine an infinite number of sheep, imagine that each sheep jumps over the low fence, and count every time it jumps, and so on indefinitely until the sheep counter falls asleep unconsciously because of repeating monotonous and boring activities.

Count sheep? This hypnotic method has a long history. The principle is that the same sound and scene, that is, a single symbol input, will make people relax and fall asleep slowly. But some people will big sleep, the clearer the effect, the worse. Besides counting sheep, there are also counting jiaozi. ......

In fact, whether counting sheep or wrapping jiaozi, it is difficult to fall asleep, and it will be counterproductive. Some people are also worried about the movement and position of the sheep. But to translate invalid formulas into English. One sheep \ two sheep? . It really has a calming effect. This is because? Sheep? This word can make people feel long and relaxed when pronounced, plus a series of mechanical numbers. When you turn this series of pronunciation into a conditioned reflex, you basically fall asleep. Count? Sheep? This kind of translation only achieves the accuracy of literal meaning, ignoring the original intention of others.

When we count, the brain will enter a state of calculation and carry out job analysis, which will make the secretion of promoting sleep insufficient, but it will become more and more energetic.

Instead of counting sheep, it is better to choose scene assumptions and form a picture in your mind. With a gentle story, you can naturally go deep into it. This is also called intentional relaxation. A comfortable and quiet environment can make our brain relax quickly. Vision, hearing and even touch will be immersed in it and surrounded by this scene. You can also choose to take a deep breath. This will be a good way to slow down the breathing rhythm.