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Our body responds to sounds and vibrations all day long and so music is scientifically proven to have an effect on us but it's not always a calming one and that's why it's important to choose the right type to help you sleep. The advantage of the internet is that you can try songs and tunes for free so you won't end up wasting money on hundreds of CDs that don't work for you and you never listen to again.
If eight hours sleep a night is just a distant hope for you then you'll more than likely be constantly on the lookout for ways to achieve the dream and if you're sick to death of hearing the same old advice, read on for the best types of music to fall asleep to and check out what works for you.
Classical Beware of some of the more well known tunes because while they might start off nice and relaxing, they tend to get quite upbeat and dramatic in the middle which might wake you up just as you're drifting off! If you're not sure where to start, try Debussy, Chopin and Liszt, all of which have composed some beautifully soothing music.
Chill out There are compilation CDs galore on the market in this genre and the best ones are the Cafe Del Mar collections, which are designed to chill out Ibiza clubbers after heavy nights. If they can relax a hyperactive Ibiza clubber, they can definitely chill out the average person after a stressful day at work.
Music from nature Whale, dolphin and bird music is an acquired taste and while it drives some people crazy, it really does send people off into a deep sleep so set your MP3 player or CD player to sleep after 30 minutes and drift off to the sound of whales or dolphins or chirping birds.
Pan pipes This is probably what will have been playing if you've ever been to a spa or beauty salon to have a massage or relaxation treatment and while this is another type of music that divides people, it's worth giving it a shot because a lot of people swear by it at the end of a long day.
The thing to remember about music is that it should be at a volume low enough to be able to forget about that it's there after a while, allowing your mind to switch off and your body to completely relax. If the music is too loud you'll be aware of it and it will actually switch your brain back on again.
Choosing the right music to lull you to sleep is important for those that find it hard to drop off but cheap mattresses and double beds still remain as the most important factors for a good night's sleep.
