Insomnia: The Dien Chan Formula to Fall Asleep in Under 15 Minutes

1 in 3 people suffer from sleep disorders. You toss and turn in bed, your brain refuses to switch off, and counting sheep just doesn’t cut it anymore?

Dien Chan offers precise formulas to restore sleep naturally. This facial reflexology approach, developed by Professor Bùi Quôc Châu, stimulates specific points on the face to promote falling asleep — without medication, without side effects.

In this article, you’ll discover formulas tailored to your type of insomnia, a complete evening protocol, and practical tips to maximise results.

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Why Dien Chan Can Help You Sleep Better

The face is a true map of the body. In facial reflexology, each point corresponds to a zone or function of the organism. Some of these points act directly on the nervous system, the mind, or the organs involved in the sleep-wake cycle.

Insomnia rarely has a single cause. It can be linked to stress accumulated during the day, physical tension such as back pain, or poor habits (screens, stimulants, irregular schedules). Dien Chan addresses several of these factors simultaneously by calming the mind, releasing nervous tension, and preparing the body for rest.

The advantage of this method: it’s simple, quick, and you can practise it on your own, right in bed, just before falling asleep.

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The Anti-Insomnia Formula

This is THE go-to formula for all sleep onset problems — only 5 points.

How to Use It

1. Lie down comfortably
2. Stimulate each point for 30 seconds to 1 minute
3. Breathe deeply between each point
4. Let yourself drift off to sleep

Tips for Effective Stimulation

Use the tip of your index finger or a ballpoint pen (cap end) to apply gentle but firm pressure on each point. The sensation should remain pleasant — if a point is painful, reduce the pressure. You can also make small circles on the point to intensify the stimulation.

Ideally, practise this formula lying down, lights off, in a quiet environment. Many people fall asleep before even completing the full sequence. If that happens, great — let sleep come without resisting.

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Nervousness-Related Insomnia

Can’t seem to “switch off” your brain? This ultra-short formula specifically targets nervousness.

This variant is particularly suited to people whose insomnia is caused by an overactive mind: racing thoughts, overthinking, rumination. If you recognise this pattern, combining this formula with Dien Chan stress-relief techniques during the day will help. By reducing your overall stress level, falling asleep in the evening becomes naturally easier.

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Insomnia and Nighttime Awakenings

Waking up at 3 or 4 AM without being able to fall back asleep is a common pattern. When this happens, don’t fight the wakefulness. Simply stimulate the points of the anti-insomnia formula (above), focusing particularly on points 124 and 267. Their combined action on the mind and sleep promotes a quick return to calm.

Keep a ballpoint pen on your bedside table: in case of a nighttime awakening, you can stimulate the points without even turning on the light, once you’ve memorised their location.

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Key Sleep Points

Point	Action
124	Calms the mind
34	Soothes the nervous system
267	Sleep-specific point
217	Harmonises body and mind
51	Releases accumulated pressure

Point 124 appears in many Dien Chan formulas related to emotional well-being. You’ll also find it in formulas for stress and anxiety. It’s a “pillar” point worth knowing by heart.

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Evening Protocol

To maximise your chances of sleeping well, here’s a complete protocol to implement gradually.

2 Hours Before Bedtime

• Reduce the brightness of your surroundings
• Avoid caffeine, tea, and heavy meals
• If you feel tension in your back or neck, check the Dien Chan formulas for back pain: relieving these tensions makes falling asleep easier

30 Minutes Before Bedtime

• Avoid screens (or use a blue light filter)
• Stimulate the anti-insomnia formula
• Take a few minutes to settle into stillness

At Bedtime

• Press point 51 for 30 seconds
• Practise cardiac coherence breathing (5 sec inhale, 5 sec exhale)
• Repeat 6 breathing cycles, then let your breath return to its natural rhythm

Cardiac coherence is an excellent complement to Dien Chan. By synchronising your breathing to a regular rhythm, you activate the parasympathetic nervous system — the one that prepares the body for rest. Combined with point stimulation, this technique creates ideal conditions for falling asleep quickly.

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Mistakes to Avoid

• Stimulating too hard. Evening Dien Chan should remain gentle and soothing. Overly vigorous stimulation could have the opposite effect and wake you up.
• Changing formulas every night. Give your body time to respond. Use the same formula for at least a week before evaluating results.
• Neglecting sleep hygiene. Dien Chan is a valuable tool, but it works best in a conducive environment: cool room, darkness, quiet, regular schedule.
• Giving up too quickly. Some people feel the effects from the very first session. For others, it takes a few days of regular practice. Consistency is key.

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Go Further

The Dien Chan Dots app contains 120+ formulas for sleep disorders, nightmares, nighttime awakenings, and many other issues. You’ll also find complementary formulas for managing daily stress or supporting smoking cessation — two situations that often disrupt sleep.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Dien Chan Replace Sleeping Pills?

Dien Chan is a natural wellness method that can help improve sleep quality. However, if you’re currently taking prescribed sleeping pills, never stop them abruptly. Talk to your doctor about a gradual reduction. Dien Chan can support this transition, but it does not replace medical treatment.

How Long Before You See Results?

This varies from person to person. Some fall asleep more easily from the very first use. For others, it takes one to two weeks of regular practice before noticing a clear improvement. The important thing is to practise every evening, consistently, to allow your body to find its natural sleep rhythm.

Can This Formula Be Used for Children?

Dien Chan points can be stimulated on children, but with much lighter pressure and shorter duration (10 to 15 seconds per point). For young children, it’s best to consult a practitioner trained in Dien Chan. Don’t hesitate to ask your paediatrician for advice if a child has persistent sleep problems.

Can Insomnia Be Linked to Stress?

Absolutely. Stress is one of the leading causes of insomnia. When the body remains on alert, the sympathetic nervous system stays activated and prevents the relaxation needed to fall asleep. That’s why we recommend combining the anti-insomnia formula with anti-stress formulas during the day. By addressing stress at its source, you naturally improve your sleep quality at night.

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Formulas from Professor Bùi Quôc Châu’s method. Chronic sleep disorders may require medical advice. If your insomnia has lasted more than three weeks or is accompanied by other symptoms (severe fatigue, daytime drowsiness, snoring), consult a healthcare professional.