Does anyone here have a constant battle with insomnia? I have struggled for two years now, part of it is complicated by a chronic condition. I don’t want to take medication, I have tried everything else. I am so tired of struggling through the days and fearing what it’s doing to my health.
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How do you deal with it daily? Are your friends n family supportive? Mine aren't. They don't believe in all this HA bullshit. I feel so tired.
I just want to tell you that you are not alone. I am in the same hell as you, if not worse.
I just want to tell you that you are not alone. I am in the same hell as you, if not worse.
I’m so sorry you are feeling the same struggle. No my family is not supportive at all, my friends are mixed. I am working through some educational videos on YouTube- Sleep Coach School. They are created by a former sleep doctor, and have a lot of success stories. His technique is very gentle. I’m hoping it helps, you may want to check it out!
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Insomnia is my constant companion. I've been suffering with this for years (at least 6-8). I rarely have a problem getting to sleep, it the waking up anywhere from 1-4 hours later and not being able to get back to sleep. My sleep is erratic, getting anywhere from 2-6 hours a night, occassionaly 8. I hate reading that insomnia is closely related to heart disease, dementia, cancer, etc. I hate reading how important it is to get a good night's sleep. I KNOW it is and I do what I can, but I just can't control that waking up 1-4 hours after I fall asleep. It happens and there's nothing I can do to change it except take heavy duty drugs which I read, can also cause dementia. It has greatly disrupted my life.
Damn, this is so disheartening to read. So many of us suffering from anxiety and insomnia. I wish I had some magical powers to cure us all off of this never ending suffering. My sleep is erratic as well..especially since last two weeks. I m scared to go to sleep. I also suffer from hypnogogic jerks during my sleep which makes me scared to sleep even more. Life is already difficult as it is, on top of that this HA makes it even more difficult on hourly basis. I am on the verge of losing my dear job due to all of this. I hope there is God somewhere and is listening to all of our prayers. Watching us and offer some atleast few days of peace.
I have insomnia, too.
So sorry to hear you are suffering as well.. but know that you aren't alone.
I am going to try some chamomile tea before sleeping. I have read it helps. How do u go on everyday with your insomnia? Are you taking anything?
I do not take anything for my insomnia. My therapist recommends that I try an app. There aren’t any good free apps.
Thats amazing Then!! But Then how do u manage the sleeplessness without taking anything? Do you not feel tired and fatigued all Day? Give me some tips too
I sleep around 6 or 7 AM until noon or 2 PM… Right now, I tried to sleep but my body wakes me up with anxiety. I apologize but I do not have any tips. What time do you end up falling asleep?
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I've been up since 3 AM. This is about my 6th night in a row of 4 hours sleep. My head hurts, my legs are restless. I don't know why this happens to me night after night. I used to sleep so deep. I wish I could be well and healthy.
For me lately I sleep by 12am then somehow my body wakes me up in the middle of the night around 3am n then I again try to sleep until 6am.
I know the feeling...it's just so worst especially when you feel all fatigued and extra sluggish the next morning like the time has just stopped and you don't want to move from the bed even if you can't sleep. I too use to sleep like a baby previously. I fact I am an extremely heavy sleeper, or was before all of this started again. So much that even if the house is on fire I wouldn't know. But now, I struggle alot. That's why I ordered the chamomile tea ...just received the package from Amazon. Let's see if this helps. I will post my experience here in few days.
How do you guys pass the time when u r unable to sleep?
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When I wake up and can't sleep I try a few things - listen to some guided meditation for sleep on youtube, pray, try slow breathing and relaxing, imagine myself in a very relaxing peaceful place. When all else fails, I'll go online and play the New York Times spelling bee. That's probably not a good idea but for me it beats lying there awake and frustrated because it's getting closer and closer to the time to get up
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Sometimes get bad spells with it due to pain and/or anxiety. I tend to have quashed the anxiety driven insomnia though thankfully, it can really wear you down when you just can't seem to sleep!
I often find it better to just sit up and read a book for 30 mins if I've been lying there too long. That sometimes seems to help me sleep the next time I try.
Other tips that have helped me:
- a walk in the morning. Makes a big difference because the early day sunlight tells your body it's time to wake up. You can also walk in evening to have a similar effect (it's time to go to sleep). Your body is on a cycle, and sunlight (even through clouds) helps influence this. Bright screens late at night can disrupt this cycle.
- Exercise and sleep are beneficial both ways. Good sleep = good exercise, but also exercise for good sleep, as it usually reduces/improves sleep onset (time it takes to fall asleep).
- pre-bedtime, make a routine. Avoid screens and bright light, read a book, meditate, breathing exercises, something calming.
I often find it better to just sit up and read a book for 30 mins if I've been lying there too long. That sometimes seems to help me sleep the next time I try.
Other tips that have helped me:
- a walk in the morning. Makes a big difference because the early day sunlight tells your body it's time to wake up. You can also walk in evening to have a similar effect (it's time to go to sleep). Your body is on a cycle, and sunlight (even through clouds) helps influence this. Bright screens late at night can disrupt this cycle.
- Exercise and sleep are beneficial both ways. Good sleep = good exercise, but also exercise for good sleep, as it usually reduces/improves sleep onset (time it takes to fall asleep).
- pre-bedtime, make a routine. Avoid screens and bright light, read a book, meditate, breathing exercises, something calming.
I suggest that you go walking with someone often for a week to see if it improves your sleep. It helped me to get a few more hours of sleep.