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Scenario

When escapist fantasy becomes essential for sleep onset

I can only fall asleep if I imagine elaborate fantasy scenarios where I'm someone else living a completely different life.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The current self feels too burdensome to carry into rest, requiring psychological departure from present reality.

Your guide for this
Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Sleep — the science and the practice across traditions?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.