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Title: not sleeping
Post by: sgluckadoo on October 25, 2015, 01:15:03 pm
What do you do when you have periods of being unable to sleep? I am so tired but cannot get well rested.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: gizmo42 on October 25, 2015, 01:20:00 pm
Maybe u can take a sleeping aid or if u can take a vacation from work and just get some rest at night. Try to block out everything you can when u are going to sleep. The problem is, is that your mind is still going and not sutting down properly.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: clickers on October 25, 2015, 01:26:23 pm
Ease yourself into it. Keep the room dark. Avoid stimulation other than sex. Sex is a good way to get rest . Drink Camomile tea before going to bed.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: singletonb on October 25, 2015, 03:07:34 pm
I just read on one of the other posts that taking magnesium will help you to sleep.  I don't have that problem so I can't verify that info but it won't hurt to try.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: marciaenglish on October 25, 2015, 04:25:11 pm
I like to read to get sleepy.  Also watching tv sometimes helps!  Good luck!  I sometimes have a lot of trouble sleeping myself!
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Post by: dogsleash on October 25, 2015, 04:33:34 pm
it seems like everyother month i have that issue. good think it only last a week.  :-\
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Post by: Getinonthis on October 25, 2015, 09:56:55 pm
Drink some tea, dim or turn off all bright lights, play something soothing on the radio, and if all else fails sex as one person suggested.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: sherryfan on October 26, 2015, 08:29:53 am
cut down coffee and if awake, come to FC make more money, why not?  :P
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: paints on October 26, 2015, 08:35:36 am
I have several books that I have read , and re-read.  I grab one of them and read.  It relaxes me enough to sleep, usually.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: ngorecki on October 26, 2015, 08:40:52 am
i have to use perscription medications. if i don't take them i can't sleep, just toss and turn.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: Gerianne on October 26, 2015, 08:47:06 am
a small amount of Apple cider vinegar in a glass of water as couple hours before bed helps.
dilute it somewhat; not too much, not too little.
a drop of lavender oil on your pillow helps too.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: patti4me on October 26, 2015, 10:03:17 am
I go thru cycles with my sleeping.  I went thru a cycle earlier this year where I was getting very little sleep no matter what I did.  I tried hot tea, warm milk, reciting silly little nursery rhymes over and over in my head, staying up later, going to bed earlier, playing games on my phone, reading, and praying for a quiet mind (not all the same night of course).  The praying and reciting silly rhymes seemed to help the most.  That cycle lasted about 3-4 weeks.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: o2bnocn on October 26, 2015, 01:25:14 pm
You could try taking a shower, or bath. You could also try some tea. If you still can't sleep you could watch a movie. Although the bright television could keep you awake for longer but you wouldn't be bored.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: lhz123 on October 26, 2015, 05:00:36 pm
Try drink hot milk its effective to me.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: ancmetro on October 30, 2015, 02:52:52 pm

      Do other things until you fell sleepy. Then, go to sleep.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: TempestA on October 30, 2015, 03:31:23 pm
I just learned that before we had clocks humans use to have two sleep phases. They use to say they would sleep four maybe 4 hours then wake up four about 1-2 hours and go back to sleep till the sun rose. Maybe your body is reverting back to the natural cycle. I would do something soothing like reading or, having a warm drink ( no caffeine lol ). I hope this helps you :) It does with me. ;) ;D
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: killers2 on October 30, 2015, 03:31:41 pm
Try and keep a regular sleep schedule as much as possible.  It can be really hard I know.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: minioncookies on October 30, 2015, 04:15:31 pm
Drink milk, exercise or just plain find a way to put yourself to sleep not really bore yourself but put yourself to sleep  by watching a show you like or reading a good book
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: MsSoup79 on November 15, 2015, 06:15:38 pm
Since i found out bad news i havent been able to sleep. When i do fall asleep it is only for a half hr to an hr.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: gizmo42 on November 17, 2015, 03:15:38 pm
Since i found out bad news i havent been able to sleep. When i do fall asleep it is only for a half hr to an hr.
What bad news did u find out
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: bowrunner on November 17, 2015, 04:26:01 pm
Sometimes I cannot sleep in the middle of the night and I used to watch or at least listen to the TV in my room but it no longer works so I just keep laying there and turning over and over.  Eventually I do fall back to sleep and then don't want to get up when it's time.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: SherylsShado on November 22, 2015, 07:40:48 am
I've had insomnia problems forever, have tried many things.  My favorites would be drinking a mug of warm milk, chamomile tea, a warm 20 minute soak with a cup of epsom salts, and if eating close to bedtime make it a small serving of carbs NOT protein.  No caffeine in evening, sleep in a dark, cool room.  No tv, computer or excercise two hours before bed. 

These help me some times.  Many times, I'm in too much pain to sleep well so I go until I'm exhausted and then sleep like the dead for a few days. 
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: Penwoir on November 22, 2015, 08:14:24 am
I think probably a lot of people would say it's important to plenty of fresh air and exercise during the day. Try to go to bed and get up at the same time each day so that your body clock gets used to the new regime. Have a hot milky drink just before you go to bed and don't do anything brain-stimulating before your expected bed time. I also try not to eat so late into the evening. All of these have worked perfectly for me over the decades.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: linderlizzie on November 22, 2015, 09:16:20 am
Making yourself really tired with physical labor is helpful. Most of us don't do that very much, but it's the best way for a good night's sleep in my opinion.

Doing anything with the electronic stuff before bed is a no-no. That means no computer, smart phone, tablet or television. The lights from electronic devices is a real waker-upper.

I read to get sleepy, but it has to be a little boring. It can be interesting, but still a little boring.

Melatonin is supposed to help. I take something that has melatonin in it most nights.

I did try some ZZZquil pills when I was out of town and it worked really well the first night I tried it.

Having some white noise, like a fan, or a white noise machine can help if you're noise sensitive.

Complete darkness is a good thing if you can achieve that in your bedroom.  8)

A comfortable bed is good for a good night's sleep. I'm thinking of getting a pillow top.

Warm milk helps sometimes. I used to do that every night. Not being hungry helps. Nothing wrong with a little light snack before bed. Especially if it has tryptophan in it, like :turkey: or milk.

I like to have an audio book going to put me to sleep. Works like a charm for me.

Pray for a good night's sleep.  :angel11: God is always on your side if you're in his will.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: catherinedwhite on November 22, 2015, 09:25:06 am
Im having the problem of falling asleep quickly but not being able to stay asleep. I will be glad when it passes. :)
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: pkrahmer on November 22, 2015, 06:14:41 pm
I try to calm down before I get into bed I don't turn on many lights. I often go to bed with the tv on but I make sure the remote is on sleep so I don't wake up in 2 hours.
reading will also help me fall asleep.
if I wake up in the middle of the night I play solitaire on the ipad.
Hope this helps :turkey: :turkey: :wave:
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: timvolley on November 22, 2015, 06:17:16 pm
I too stay up too late and don't get enough sleep but I am able to get to ee right away when I go to bed
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: KarenWitty on November 22, 2015, 09:11:40 pm
Bath with lavender. read a book before bed (part of). listen to soft music. noise maker or ceiling fan. meditate before bed. walk or exercise late afternoon so you will be more tired. cut out the caffeine at night so it doesn't wire you. That is a few suggestions........ I have a lot more for toddlers but not so many more for adults.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: gsdoss on November 23, 2015, 08:27:27 am
I too have problems staying asleep all night.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: CharmedPhoenix on November 23, 2015, 02:33:08 pm
If my head won't shut down I take a dose of White Oak (Bach Flower).  Chamomile tea or supplements will help me relax enough to get to sleep.  :peace:
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: lmrbean on November 23, 2015, 06:14:42 pm
Sometimes I wake up and an hour later I am not back asleep - so then I would get up, go into the kitchen and eat a small protein/carb snack (supposed to help with going to sleep) such as cheese and crackers and milk, & read the paper for awhile. That usually helps.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: tuyetmai on November 23, 2015, 07:13:56 pm
I don't have sleeping problem at all.  I can sleep any time and any where I want too, even on a car with one hour distant :)
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: elvisdo on November 24, 2015, 06:21:15 am
Reading helps to get my eyes tired and my brain to relax down.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: catherinedwhite on November 24, 2015, 06:22:54 am
Walk. Get some exercise during the day. You will be surprised how a 30 minute daily walk will enhance your night time sleep.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: nguzman1 on November 24, 2015, 09:27:06 am
That happens to me often, I just give and watch tv and when I get tired I hurry to get sleep.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: adriarobi on November 24, 2015, 12:48:17 pm
I actually take two little rectangle pieces off a Hershey milk chocolate bar before going to bed. It seems to put my energy on digesting the candy, instead of keeping me at full alert.

I also like to think of things alphabetically that I love, am grateful for etc. Seldom make it to Z anymore.

Or else, I get up with a bit to eat and watch 15 minutes of a tv program in a dark room. I get weary very quickly.

I don't splurge on the food, just a little seems to help.

 :rose:
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: Skyisbluetoday on November 24, 2015, 06:00:51 pm
Try not drink caffeine drinks!
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: nmbrown863 on November 25, 2015, 11:10:55 am
Here lately I have been experiencing RLS really bad. Sleeping aids just seem to make it worse for me so I have not been getting much sleep at all.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: stretch1967 on November 25, 2015, 12:05:52 pm
My doctor gave me a new medicine. It doesn't always work
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: fjaz1 on November 25, 2015, 08:41:53 pm
I'll get back to you after I take a nap  8)
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Post by: Pandaleader on November 26, 2015, 02:51:14 am
I sometimes put on music that I like or music that calms me, and I fall asleep easier  ;)
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: ljrjess69 on December 03, 2015, 10:29:19 pm
relax as much as i can.......... :star:
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: o2bnocn on December 04, 2015, 07:58:57 am
A hot bath, tea, warm milk, read a book. If it gets worse you could talk to a doctor about it.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: gizmo42 on December 16, 2015, 06:47:23 am
If you have kids stay up with them for a while and play with them eventually you will get tired and fall asleep
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Post by: Screwedupclick4life337 on December 16, 2015, 01:23:55 pm
Exercise or try relaxing my mind playing sports are running after my 2 year old nephew he usually wears me out lol
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: 6265AT99 on December 16, 2015, 01:27:49 pm
When I lie awake at night I find the best thing to do is get out of bed for a short while - maybe sit in a chair, read a book and just try to re-direct my mind from all the daily activities.  Of course, if need be I will also take an Advil PM cause that has some sort of sleep aid in it and at times it helps.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: darkxtsuna on December 16, 2015, 01:59:09 pm
Well if I cant sleep I just turn on the tv and watch something that would bore me to sleep .
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: vg7405 on December 19, 2015, 06:19:54 pm
I am currently taking Melatonin. It does wonders for me. Then again, so does Benadryl, LOL.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: masked_brown_guy on December 20, 2015, 09:00:04 am
i try to eat a big meal if i have consecutive nights of no sleep.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: sgluckadoo on December 20, 2015, 12:46:46 pm
Ongoing problem in my life. I do a number of thjngs none of which are greatly helpful.
-avoid caffeine at night
-relax at night
-take melatonin or the occasional tylenol pm
-exercise (not close to bed time)
-stopped watching tv in bed
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: tuyetmai on December 24, 2015, 10:53:33 pm
Sometime it because you are in stress.  Try to relax yourself... (I know it's easy to say and it hard to do. :)) But keep trying I think you will able to sleep without any pill.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: schoolvan on December 25, 2015, 12:25:02 am
Ya I also have trouble sleeping I just go on the computer maybe do some more work then take a nap after a little bet.
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Post by: minioncookies on December 26, 2015, 09:37:02 am
bore myself to sleep by watching tv must be something that i normally don't watch though
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Post by: SherylsShado on December 28, 2015, 07:47:15 am
A soak in warm tub with a cup of Epsom Salts for 20 minutes  fixes my insomnia lately...
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: lbeery on December 28, 2015, 09:09:21 am
Yes, occasionally I do.  I try to make sure I go to bed at the same time.  If I can't sleep after 45 minutes I get up, read a while and have some hot water (surprisingly this helps).  I have also found that changing to a different bed if I can't sleep in one helps. Then, a trick my mom taught me.  Inhale to a count of eight, hold for a count of four, then exhale for a count of eight.  Do this til you fall asleep. Neither of us has ever made it to ten.  We think the trick is that it oxygenates your system forcing it to relax and since you are concentrating on the counts, you cannot think of other things that may be worrying you or keeping you awake.  Good luck!
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: pmagalei on December 28, 2015, 09:32:33 am
Are you stressed? or something worrying you? if not you might need to see a Dr. for sleep apnea. Most of the times I don't sleep because I am constantly worried about the future. But overall, often times it's those bathroom visits that keep me up and can't get a good enough sleep. I called 5-6 hours a good sleep for me.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: Rahmanh on December 31, 2015, 08:44:24 pm
Periods? Well, my wife takes supplements like selenium or vitamin E to thin the blood so it can expel easily.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: tantricia44 on December 31, 2015, 08:55:04 pm
If anyone has the answers let me know cuz I've been battling sleep problems forever!
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Post by: champak97 on December 31, 2015, 09:29:45 pm
I just lay in bed, until I fall asleep. Watching tv only makes it worse.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: mrisha on January 02, 2016, 02:42:52 pm
My suggestion is to see your Doctor.  There maybe something else going on with your body.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: makeblessed on January 02, 2016, 03:23:06 pm
Perhaps warm milk if you can tolerate, I sometimes read and that's helps me to doze on off. A really dark room also helps, it is hard for me to fall asleep when I seen any light, I really need the room dark! Hope something will work for you, it is hard to function the next day when you have not had a restful night.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: gaby_ro_2004 on January 03, 2016, 08:45:12 am
Try to read,keep the room in the dark when you go to bed.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: JaniceSW on January 06, 2016, 05:21:27 pm
There are many good suggestions already.  Try to get into a routine to prepare for sleep.  An hour before you go to bed start your routine.  Turn your phone off. Don't use your technology that emits the bright light.  Turn other lights down.  Make sure it is a comfortable temperature for you.  Maybe take a warm shower, drink some camomille tea.  Make sure your pj's are comfortable if you wear them.  Have reading material that is not too stimulating and exciting.  Maybe a magazine.  Listen to soothing music.  Have you tried aromatherapy...like light lavender or vanilla?  Don't eat much as it approaches bedtime.  Make sure you have little caffeine after about 1-2p.m.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: darkxtsuna on January 06, 2016, 08:01:42 pm
Find something you may enjoy in bed use it till you fall asleep that is what I do when I cant seem to sleep or just Drink till you sleep but the hang over going to hurt ><.
Title: Re: not sleeping
Post by: 6265AT99 on January 07, 2016, 10:18:52 am
When I can't sleep, or don't sleep well enough, I buy some over the counter Advil Nighttime.  It seems to help.  Maybe you should give it a try.