I can not begin to tell you what a lousy night I recently had tossing and turning. I had the weight of the world on my shoulders and my thoughts tumbled on top one another going from one bad scenario to the next. I could not fall asleep until well after midnight which for me is way after my “lights out” goal of 9:30pm.
Even though I kept telling myself it was just one of those nights, I was miserable. I call my bed the ‘Hell Chamber.” So I finally got up, made myself some Sleepytime tea, sat up and meditated, turned off the lights, did some deep breathing and then counted backward from 100 a few times. Finally, I fell asleep.
The next day, feeling drained and tired, I had to admit I had broken many of my golden rules for a good nights sleep. I had gotten really sloppy with my daily routine that helps me fall asleep faster and easier. I need to get back to making sure I keep the following rules so I can get the decent shut-eye I need to be ready and able for my new day. These are my personal Golden Rules so you can take what you need and leave the rest but when I follow them my insomnia takes a back seat most of the time.
- Manage food and drink!
- Exercise during the day.
- Meditation.
- No phones, work or computers in the bedroom.
- Stopping watching the news!
- Make a list
- See a doctor
I have tryed everything im in need of help to sleep my health is getting wrose
I know that feeling. I went to see my doctor when I was really having trouble and he really helped me get through that period. My prayers and thoughts are with you!