Sleep. Even the word provokes a feeling of comfort and happiness. While it's commonly thought of as the ultimate luxury, it's actually a physical necessity. We all need it, and when we don't get it, we can feel unfocused, anxious, run down, simply not ourselves. But relief is in sight. Sleep. We all want it. We all need it. Without sleep we feel unfocused, anxious, run down, not ourselves. Don't spend one more night tossing, turning, staring at the clock. Reach for Improve Sleep: 20 Quick Techniques to fall asleep fast. This first-aid kit for better sleep includes simple techniques-acupressure, reflexology, breathing exercises, guided imagery-to relieve occasional sleeplessness in five minutes or less.