Ok here were with that list of things that are supposed to help
with insomnia, how many of then actually help I do not know
Create a sleep-friendly bedroom: Keep
your bedroom dark, quiet, and cool. You can use curtains, blinds, an eye
mask, or ear plugs. Yes, I sleep in such a
room
Stick to a sleep schedule: Go
to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends. Yes, I do that as well
Avoid electronics before bed: The
light from TVs and smartphones can disrupt your sleep cycle. Yep, do this too
Exercise regularly: Try to get at least 5
to 6 hours of physical activity during the day. No
bloody way I am that active during the day
Avoid caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol: These
substances can make it harder to sleep. Can’t
say I do this, but I don’t have a lot of caffeine
Avoid naps: Naps, especially in the
afternoon, can make it harder to fall asleep at night.
I get this but sometimes I am so tired I have to close my eyes for a bit
Relax before bed: Try reading a book,
listening to music, or taking a bath. Nope don’t
do any of these things
Manage stress: Try writing down your
worries before bed. I generally just hand my
worries over to God when I go to bed
Check your medications: Some
medications can contribute to insomnia. I am
on top of this, and not an issue with me
Try relaxation techniques: Try
meditation, imagery, or muscle relaxation. Yeah, I
often meditate when going to bed
Use magnesium: Magnesium can help muscles
relax and relieve stress. I do take magnesium
Try massage: You can try self-massage or
have a partner or friend give you a massage. Nope
never tried this
Get out of bed if you can't sleep: If
you can't fall asleep within 20 minutes, get up and do something
non-stimulating until you feel drowsy. Yes, I
do this as well
Ok how many of these tips do you do?
I’ve always been a good sleeper. No electronics, no TV.
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