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5906552 tn?1376455149

Insomnia tips

I have A LOT of trouble sleeping. I have a family history of insomnia as well as some anxiety which keeps me up at night. Does anyone know how I can sleep better without pills? I've tried the usual "turn off your computer, don't eat, have a schedule". I think a big problem may be that I can't get to bed at a consistent time due to my schedual.
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Hi, you should not keep thinking about sleeplessness, as this in turn promotes insomnia and it becomes a vicious cycle. You should stop becoming anxious and try to relax. Condition yourself that you can relax and that you can sleep well.

There is a circadian rhythm for all living organisms. It is a 24 hour cycle rhythm and the biological clock within that individual adapts to this rhythm. If you observe this rhythm, the transition happens gradually, like the daylight subsides slowly into darkness and the sounds too gradually mellow down into the night. These changes condition us and promote sleep. So, nearing bedtime, do not engage in activities like exercise or dancing or other means that can keep you active.

Try yoga and meditation they have calming effects. Go for long stress free walks. Also, do exercise in the daytime this promotes good sleep. Hope this helped. Regards.
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784558 tn?1276007829
Somehow you must learn to accept your condition. If you can stop thinking about how you sleep, & ignore all those ''rules about sleep'' you may find a cure? Good luck!
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