You might be wondering what exactly is “paradoxical.”

Well, it’s something that has two contradictory meanings.

What is the paradoxical intention hack all about?

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This sneaky hack is all about tricking your brain into snoozing into dreamland.

People on TikTok are raving about and embracing “paradoxical intention” to fall asleep.

If everything else has failed, try this.

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it’s possible for you to actually fall asleep by trying to not fall asleep.

It will only cause you anxiety and make it even harder.

Just make a run at relax, enjoy your bed, and do the opposite."

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In addition, Standish is a major advocate of a version of the paradoxical intention hack.

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