10 min
very simple
emerging

Sleep Wind-Down Lines

Slow horizontal lines paired with long exhales.

Materials

paper/pen · none

Best for

bedtime, racing thoughts

Art form

drawing

Not ideal for

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Steps

  1. 1Draw slow horizontal lines.
  2. 2Exhale as each line moves across the page.
  3. 3Let the lines become softer.
  4. 4Stop when the page feels quiet enough.

Reflection prompt

“What helped your mind slow down?”

Evidence note

Slow breathing and repetitive drawing may support relaxation.

Accessibility

Can be done in the air with a finger if no paper.