Tellus Explorer Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 So, as some of you know, I don't sleep too often, and when I do it isn't for long.... I was told this is a problem, and I would like to fix it.... I was wondering, does anyone else suffer with insomnia, ...how do you live through it?Also, how do you guys relax to get to sleep, and stay that way?I can't seem to get my internal alarm to stay off longer than four/five hours at a time before I wake up... when I try to go back to sleep, I just stay up longer.... thanks in advance :) BTW, this is Coraknown previously under a few other handles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malik Ambar Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Yoga. And I don't mean the asanas and stuff, but pure breathing exercises and meditation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rrachel Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Exercise has really helped me, going to the gym or running might do the trick. A lot of times the lack of sleep comes from energy you still have and you haven't used that day. I like to combine that to ASMR. (Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) is a perceptual phenomenon characterized as a distinct, pleasurable tingling sensation in the head, scalp, back, or peripheral regions of the body in response to visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, or cognitive stimuli.) I follow a few people that make ASMR videos on Youtube, they are relaxing and perfect to watch before sleeping or if you're not being able to sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deleted01 Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 I recently spent a few hours surfing the web to find relaxing techniques so I could get to bloody sleep. A good one is focusing on your breathing, and relaxing your body from your toes up. I also think "sinking down and shutting down", and imagine myself sinking into the softest mattress. It's a bit weird, but it does tend to work, and it's better than rolling around in bed for hours, watching time tick by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tellus Explorer Posted December 20, 2014 Author Share Posted December 20, 2014 Exercise has really helped me, going to the gym or running might do the trick. A lot of times the lack of sleep comes from energy you still have and you haven't used that day. I like to combine that to ASMR. (Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) is a perceptual phenomenon characterized as a distinct, pleasurable tingling sensation in the head, scalp, back, or peripheral regions of the body in response to visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, or cognitive stimuli.) I follow a few people that make ASMR videos on Youtube, they are relaxing and perfect to watch before sleeping or if you're not being able to sleep. for some reason i feel like someone has mentioned this before... but I never took the time to look it up? ...I can't remember I exercise everyday, and run a minimum of five miles before it ends... I'll watch the video's now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HexMachina Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 for some reason i feel like someone has mentioned this before... but I never took the time to look it up? ...I can't remember I exercise everyday, and run a minimum of five miles before it ends...I'll watch the video's nowI don't think a lack of activity/too much energy is really applicable to you :p You are non-stop girly!ETA: Sometimes I find background noise helpful. A movie, or relaxing music as I drift off to sleep.A few other things that help - try to avoid caffeine close to the time you want to sleep. Even if you feel like you aren't affected by caffeine usually, you would be surprised what cutting out caffeine late at night can do.Is your bed comfortable and warm enough? My sleeping at uni is not brilliant, and since I came home to q warm, comfortable bed I feel much more rested. If you feel your bed is uncomfortable, you could try buying a mattress topper. Cheaper than a new mattress, and very comfortable too.Make sure you have a good pillow too, that supports you neck and shoulders, or whatever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The King in Black Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 I found pranayam extremely helpful during this period, as it enables you to relax and rejuvinate yourself in a short amount of time for a long period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fragile Bird Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 I thought this thread was about Alzheimer's, or maybe grandparents who move to Florida and never call their children or grandchildren anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
protar Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 for some reason i feel like someone has mentioned this before... but I never took the time to look it up? ...I can't remember I exercise everyday, and run a minimum of five miles before it ends... I'll watch the video's now You really should. Even if you can't experience ASMR (not everyone can) the videos are still incredibly relaxing. I'd check out Heather Feather or Hailey Whispering Rose, they're two of the best imo :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry of the Lawn Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 You need to worship the spaces between the gods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlefingers In The Air Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 You reach retirement age and check out a very particular game in the Elder Scrolls series. That's right. Skyrim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Civility Reigns Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 White noise. A good white noise can be relaxing, and lets me space out long enough for my brain to switch to standby. Otherwise, I just lie there thinking about things until the sun comes up. Alternatively, I just get up and do things until I get tired and actually need to sleep. Humans naturally sleep in bursts, with brief periods of activity in between. Trying to force a continuous 8 hour sleep can be counterproductive, or even stressful. Relaxing and doing something productive has helped me sleep better than, say, worrying about how many hours I have left before I need to get up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starkess Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Sometimes I do white noise on my phone, but I have found that listening to ASMR videos helps more. I almost never have trouble falling asleep anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iskaral Pust Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 For general insomnia, avoid food, exercise or stress for an hour prior to sleeping. Do something that relaxes you, e.g. walk outside, read.I have insomnia lately from carpal tunnel. It's so annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relic Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Have you tried changing up your diet to cut out sugar and caffeine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerenthaClone Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 For general insomnia, avoid food, exercise or stress for an hour prior to sleeping. Do something that relaxes you, e.g. walk outside, read.I have insomnia lately from carpal tunnel. It's so annoying.also get away from screens. I, naturally, ignore this advice and am struggling with insomnia now. My excuse is that I've been on nights for a while now and this longterm non-vampiric lifestyle is strange and wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamSongs Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 A bedtime ritual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverstar Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I've been using magnesium supplements recently for other reasons, but as I understand it, they can be pretty helpful in easing insomnia if you happen to be a bit deficient in it. Am no expert though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tellus Explorer Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 Have you tried changing up your diet to cut out sugar and caffeine?Besides coffee now and again, I don't consume much caffeine (I don't drink caffeinated teas or soda.Sugar, I don't know.... I mean I don't think I take in much sugar either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tellus Explorer Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 A bedtime ritual.I don't want to talk to dead people!Especially not before bed :shocked: :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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