Aug 4, 2016
Sleep paralysis is the inability to move muscles in your body while between completely falling asleep or waking up. In addition to not being able to move you might see people, aliens or beings in your bedroom.
And yes, this is a medical condition. If you have an anxiety disorder you might be prone to having it pop up.
Resources Mentioned:
- Crisis Tex Line Short Code 741741
- Crisis Text Line FAQ page
- Do Something List of Emergency Hotlines
- The Atlantic Magazine May 2016 article called Awake in a Nightmare
- Sleep Education's Sleep Paralysis Overview and Facts
- The Sleep Paralysis Project page on the experience and treatment options. There are also creative videos trying to convey the experience.
- Meditation Oasis Guided Meditation Podcast and Mobile Apps
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