There's a common cycle that many of us get caught in at one time or another.  Stressful events or circumstances cause you to have difficulty sleeping.   And because you're not well rested the next day, you are prone to getting even more stressed -- which leads to continuing sleep problems and additional stress.

Perhaps you are you familiar with this cycle, which can cause considerable distress if it continues.

One of the problems in dealing with stress-related insomnia is that there are so many factors which may contribute to the four major symptoms of insomnia:

There is a bewildering array of possible treatments: sleeping pills, supplements, massage, herbs, acupuncture, exercise, lifestyle changes, and a host of other remedies and strategies, many of which give some relief.

One treatment that is both effective and completely compatible with all other sleep treatments is relaxation guided imagery.

It's safe, natural, easy -- and can serve as a powerful complement to other sleep therapies.  (Click here to experience an introductory exercise that illustrates the power of guided imagery.)

Take a moment and listen to this 3-minute excerpt from the Sleep CD.  Caution -- if you're at work right now and feeling the slightest bit sleepy, make sure you can doze off without consequences ;). Click on either link below to listen:

Listen: Windows Media
Listen: Real Audio

Best wishes for days without stress and nights with plenty of deep, peaceful sleep.