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Frances Daniels

Is it possible to fall asleep in 10 seconds? Experts say yes — but there's a catch

Woman sleeping at the end of bed.

Each week there seems to be a new sleep hack promising to show you how to fall asleep in 10 seconds flat. These methods always gain attention because so many of us are often searching for a quick sleep fix, but is it even possible to fall asleep that fast at night? And what does it mean if you can fall asleep in 10 seconds?

While you can boost your chances of falling asleep fast by creating an optimal bedroom environment, including keeping it cool, quiet and dark, and investing in the best mattress for your body, this doesn't guarantee you'll fall asleep fast. However, sleep techniques such as the Military Sleep Method can help you fall asleep faster at night if you practise them regularly. 

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