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Witty_Sarcasm

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#1
I didn't get out of bed until almost 2 AM, so that's a new record for me. I've been unusually tired lately, but I know all of this sleeping isn't good for me, because I feel fuzzy and disconnected. I'll look at the clock during the day and just think, "It's still early, I'll just get a few more minutes of sleep" but then minutes turn into hours. I know I have mild sleep apnea but I don't think it would make me feel as tired as I am. The test I took showed that I barely get any deep sleep and I had a long wake after sleep onset, like 3 hours or more. I was prescribed hydroxyzine pamoate which is almost like an antihistamine, so it loses its effectiveness after a while. I can't get anything stronger because my doctor deems it as addicting, and I can't set up an appointment with her since the clinic I go to is basically a respiratory clinic for the time being. I haven't tried meditation because I can't get my mind clear enough, I can't exercise much since I can only go out for essential reasons, I cut out caffeine and still couldn't sleep. I don't have a CPAP because I have to wait until this crisis clears up to get one. Not sure how much it would help because I feel I have other sleeping issues besides just the sleep apnea. I was wondering if anyone has any tips that could help me sleep better. It seems I can get into a normal schedule then it goes back into this again. I'm trying to break out of that cycle once and for all.
 

Javier

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#2
Hi @Witty_Sarcasm. Meditation can be hard, especially during the first tries. Little by little, you will gain more control of your own mind while meditating, allowing you to truly clean your mind. Have you tried drinking hot drinks before sleeping? It can be helpful too. As for the exercise, yeah, it can be difficult without a gym. Have you considered yoga as a possible alternative? I would highly recommend it. However, there are several routines you can do in your home, if what you desire is to do something a little more exciting.
 

Witty_Sarcasm

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#3
Thanks, I'll have to give it a try and see what happens. I usually just drink water before bed, but maybe I can try a hot drink. And I've never tried yoga, not sure if I'm limber enough to pull it off, but I'll see what I can do.
 

Javier

Well-Known Member
#4
Thanks, I'll have to give it a try and see what happens. I usually just drink water before bed, but maybe I can try a hot drink. And I've never tried yoga, not sure if I'm limber enough to pull it off, but I'll see what I can do.
I wish I could help more. I am currently suffering sleeping problems too. Don't hesitate to ask for more help, I will be more than happy to help. I hope you can start resting properly very soon.
 
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Witty_Sarcasm

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SF Supporter
#5
I wish I could help more. I am currently suffering sleeping problems too. Don't hesitate to ask for more help, I will be more than happy to help. I hope you can start resting properly very soon.
No, you have helped, just by replying. I hope your sleep issues can be worked out too.
 
#6
Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety. ... During sleep, your body is working to support healthy brain function and maintain your physical health.
 

Witty_Sarcasm

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#8
Hmm I didn't know about apples, I'll give that a shot.
 

Innocent Forever

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SF Supporter
#11
Creating a sleep schedule is really helpful. But if you've sleep apnea you're not getting enough sleep ... I have a couple of friends who have a cpap - friends husbands really- and its made a major difference.

Things like going to bed at set time every night and getting up set time every day. Being out in sunshine for 0 minutes in morning and again afternoon- something to do with sunlight setting internal clock or something.
Having a night time routine.
Not being on the phone or seeing any screens for 2 hours at least before going to sleep.
When I followed it I found it really helpful
There's definitely more but that's all I can think of offhand
*hug
 

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