Insomnia. Damn it! Who can explain it? I certainly don't understand it. I would like to go to sleep so much but I can't.
13 Answers to "Insomnia. Damn it! Who can explain it? I certainly don't understand it. I would like to go to sleep so much but I can't."
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It's a hyper state of brain activity that can be chemically or anxiety driven. The best way to clear it up is with exercise but sometimes it takes drugs if it gets too severe.
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Thanks, but I do exercise. Must be brain activity I think. It won't shut down, damn it. lol
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You will need to use drugs then and to deal with the high anxiety.
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If you use a computer late at night I think it makes it hard to go to sleep. I don't know if it's true, but I read there's a kind of light used with the computer screen which tells our brain to wake up.
I like Valerian, which is a safe herb to use. I like the one from Shaklee Company, because the company does a lot to make sure their products are without pesticides or other things I don't want, i.e., pure.
Have you used breathing techniques? I'm sure you can find this info online. I find the breathing techniques very helpful. It requires that you concentrate on your breathing, and that's part of what helps and allows you to relax. Another helper is the progressive muscle relaxation exercise. You should be able to find all this online.Like (2)
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Thanks for all that advice. I have got some valerian but only use it sparingly. I don't suffer insomnia that often, it's just when I do it's damned annoying. I'm going to the gym this morning so that should help. And yes, I know all about breathing techniques. Thanks. :-)
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I just chewed up some valium myself. I wonder what it's like to keep regular hours.
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Oh dear, I'm not alone in my sleeplessness obviously. :-)
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Insomnia is bloody horrible, especially when you have to get up in the morning and go to work. I've read up about it and all these things about taking a drink before bedtime, making sure the room's dark etc are largely useless.
I made the decision, a long time ago, never to go on the addictive pills. When I've gone a few nights and I can't stand it any longer, I'll take an antihistamine tablet, which usually works.
Also, I try not to think about it too much, because it only makes the problem worse, (as you've probably already found out).
It amazes me that in these enlightened times, that there still isn't a proper cure for this problem. But, at least we can content ourselves with the fact that we're in good company. A lot of very prominent people have, or have had, the same problem.Like (2)
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Goodness, what a thorough and thoughtful answer. Thank you. I do suffer from hayfever so maybe that's got something to do with it. I actually have been taking antihistamines lately because of the hayfever. Oh well, we'll see. :-)
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When all else fails drink some beer...and have some scotch...it works for some I hear....:) hope you can get to sleep soon hun!!!
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Thanks Honey. I don't like whiskey though, damn and blast again. Ha!
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Well,,,to be honest,,,sex works for me,,if i can't sleep,,then i sleep well.
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Ha! Good luck to you. :-)
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You just keep continue with ur questions to know About it
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Excuse me?
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lemon balm tea. this is a natural way to put you to sleep. and it taste good
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I don't have any unfortunately. I have chamomile and simple black tea, that's all.
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those have caffeine dont think that will work
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it is a disorder that should really be treated..... its horrible
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I agree it's horrible, but apart from sleeping tablets what treatment is there?
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there is like counselling treatment im sure.... might want to look into that.... im pretty sure there is some available
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hve you tried ambien or lunesta?
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Haven't even heard of them. Sorry for my ignorance.
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no problem,they are popular in the u.s. if you don't want to do prescription meds - maybe melatonin (its what makes you sleepy when you eat too much turkey) ?
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Me too, I'm up late every night...
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I'm not normally, this is annoying me though. I'm tired and I want to go to sleep but my mind won't let me. Oh well.
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Use this power to fight crime at night.
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Lordy Lordy I live in a very quiet suburb. Ha!
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Posted by ChipmunkErnie Mar 20th, 2013 at 10:56AM
Oh, I know THAT feeling. At least it means I get a lot of books read
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Reply by Zoranna Mar 20th, 2013 at 11:14AM
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