If you’re over 60 and having trouble sleeping, listening to music before going to bed may help improve your slumber. A new study suggests that incorporating soothing music into your bedtime routine could prove beneficial for older adults battling insomnia. It offers a low-cost, non-intrusive option if you’re looking to fall asleep faster and stay in slumber for longer periods. The study, published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, found that when adults aged 60 or older listened to calming—rather than rhythmic—music for at least four weeks, they slept better during that period. In other words, you’ll want to leave your James Brown on the shelf and opt for some spa sounds. The goal isn’t to dance and nod your head, but to abandon energy and rhythm to reach a state of pure relaxation. The tempo should be slow with a smooth melody, if it’s melodic at all. …