Insomnia? Welcome to Team NoSleep.

[FlamingoWrangler]

I have to be careful what I wish for. I was away from home a few days. I Always sleep less when away. Had some situations that caused profound sadness. I was either crying or asleep the first few days back. I am Back to waking up hourly when I finally dose off.. Mornings starts with tears and hopelessness Lately.
ugh.

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

Back to just being wide awake.

 

[cev77]

It’s 4 AM and my housemate won’t stop screaming so here I am.

 

[Jezah81]

Back to just being wide awake.

Im hearing you 😔

 

[Windhover]

Laid there for 2.5 hours, thoughts repeating through my mind like Laguna Seca race cars. Luckily I was stubborn and didn't give up. I don't actually know how I calmed myself down.
Sending best anti-anxiety thoughts to everyone.

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

i hope we have a restful night. 🤞🤞

 

[Jezah81]

I had the best sleep this morning 7 to 8 hours. Woke up once because of dreams but easily went back to sleep. The night before I had a decent sleep too.
What I'm starting to do different is two things. Wake up at the same time in the morning. For me that's about 9am. No matter how sleepy I am I get out of bed and go for a 10 minute walk the sun then have breakfast . Before I go to bed I read fiction books and use red light to read my book . I feel red light is more hypnotic and more sleep inducing than normal light. I dont read non fiction anymore such as philosophy books etc because it keeps the mind more awake. No more listening to podcasts whilst in bed. So far this has worked in the last few days. Here's to hoping this trend continues !

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

I had the best sleep this morning 7 to 8 hours. Woke up once because of dreams but easily went back to sleep. The night before I had a decent sleep too.
What I'm starting to do different is two things. Wake up at the same time in the morning. For me that's about 9am. No matter how sleepy I am I get out of bed and go for a 10 minute walk the sun then have breakfast . Before I go to bed I read fiction books and use red light to read my book . I feel red light is more hypnotic and more sleep inducing than normal light. I dont read non fiction anymore such as philosophy books etc because it keeps the mind more awake. No more listening to podcasts whilst in bed. So far this has worked in the last few days. Here's to hoping this trend continues !

That’s great to hear. I think the wake cycle adjustments can really help. i like your other bedtime routine ideas too. making new habits is awesome. 👏

 

[Jezah81]

That’s great to hear. I think the wake cycle adjustments can really help. i like your other bedtime routine ideas too. making new habits is awesome. 👏

I spoke too soon unfortunately. How stupid was i to think that 7 years of insomnia would be cured that easily! Time for hell again and back to anxiety And feeling like shit during the day. Great!

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

I spoke too soon unfortunately. How stupid was i to think that 7 years of insomnia would be cured that easily! Time for hell again and back to anxiety And feeling like shit during the day. Great!

we have to celebrate our victories when possible, regardless of how short lived it may be. I like to think it’s a reminder that hope is still within us.
🦩🦩🦩

 

[Jezah81]

we have to celebrate our victories when possible, regardless of how short lived it may be. I like to think it’s a reminder that hope is still within us.
🦩🦩🦩

Wishing for eternal rest. That's my hope

 

[Windhover]

I had the best sleep this morning 7 to 8 hours. Woke up once because of dreams but easily went back to sleep. The night before I had a decent sleep too.
What I'm starting to do different is two things. Wake up at the same time in the morning. For me that's about 9am. No matter how sleepy I am I get out of bed and go for a 10 minute walk the sun then have breakfast . Before I go to bed I read fiction books and use red light to read my book . I feel red light is more hypnotic and more sleep inducing than normal light. I dont read non fiction anymore such as philosophy books etc because it keeps the mind more awake. No more listening to podcasts whilst in bed. So far this has worked in the last few days. Here's to hoping this trend continues !

It's really good to know you're doing better! I like how simple these changes are, but they're like a foundation for your wake/sleep cycle. I hope it gradually shifts so that the anxiety goes away.

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

Wishing for eternal rest. That's my hope

I get it. I hope you keep trying. a sleep & wake routine can help a lot.

 

[JanisSPK]

Ok. I'm very tired of running out of steam by 3 pm these past weeks. Regardless of the day's activity. I want to stop the sleeping pill which isn't a whole lot of help so I called the neurologist and asked to start on prescription CBD again after a 6 months break. I pick it up on Wednesday and I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

 

[Kiwi2016]

So last two nights up at 3 am...sigh...

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

@JanisSPK - it great to have something that has worked for you. I hope you get relief. Keep us posted.

@Kiwi2016 - it’s frustrating to open your eyes to see the clock showing the same time.

i feel like I am making progress - fell asleep before midnight, and only work up every 90 minutes instead of hourly. 😕

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

sleep? not much. ache, pains, bathroom visits, now heartburn.. tired….

 

[Kiwi2016]

@FlamingoWrangler so sorry youre doing the back and forth with sleep hoping gets better bit by bit

 

[Jezah81]

5am and not one second of sleep. Been in bed since 11pm. Heart palpitations and hot flushes in cold weather. Not sure how much longer I'll be able to keep playing this game for. Headaches no energy depressed with joint pain and no sleep. If i lose my job permanently due to this my life is well and truly over

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

5am and not one second of sleep. Been in bed since 11pm. Heart palpitations and hot flushes in cold weather. Not sure how much longer I'll be able to keep playing this game for. Headaches no energy depressed with joint pain and no sleep. If i lose my job permanently due to this my life is well and truly over

that’s awful. Sorry You struggling so much. are you still trying to read At bedtime? ever try sleep apps? I have heard they can help. Idk which ones. keep trying.

anyone ever use a “sleep app”? Helpful?