2007-01-17 14:53:33 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
1/2 to 3/4 bottle of jager helps alot
2007-01-17 17:50:26 · answer #1 · answered by nodumgys 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My honey was like that. He's a college professor. When I met him he was just coming back from a nervous breakdown. He hadn't slept a night in 2 years. He had gotten to the point where he eliminated TV, radio and all foods with flavor because he couldn't stand the stimulation. He did nothing but work. I talked him into getting media and good foods back, but walking 5 miles a day.
That was 8 years ago. He now walks 6 miles a day including a couple of really steep hills, in all weather (and it was 5 above when he left this morning!) In the past 6 years he has written 4 books. He never wrote a book before that. It's 11PM and he's sound asleep, while I'm still up watching Jon Stewart and playing on the computer. Guess I should take my own advice!
So get out there and walk! No ipod or walkman though. Just you and the elements.
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2007-01-17 23:03:16 · answer #2 · answered by Kacky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem. I came up with earplugs, they work great. I also have a stereo in my bedroom where I can play mood music to relax me and drown out the outside noises. But the ear plugs work great, too good in fact because I have to provide some for my friends when they are over because I snore so loudly. I also do meditation when I need it and I take a sleep aid like Tylenol pm.
2007-01-17 23:01:49 · answer #3 · answered by Serinity4u2find 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drink Celestial Seasonings Hot Tea "Sleepy Time", Take as Hot of a bubble bath as you can stand and soak for 1/2 hour, Take 2 Tylenol PM, Lavender candles burning in the bathroom too!
This combination will put you into a deep sleep!
2007-01-17 23:06:30 · answer #4 · answered by Lucky 7 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try drinking a calming tea before you go to bed. There are lots at Whole Foods like Sleepy Time Tea. You could also listen to a calming cd like a nature cd where you can hear the ocean or the sound of rain. These things tend to calm me down. You could also get a eye mask so it makes it darker when you are trying to sleep. Try some of these things :) Sleep tight!
2007-01-17 22:57:42 · answer #5 · answered by answernewby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The other answers are great... using soothing music, meditate, drinking non decaffeinated tea (or warm milk), and having it dark will work.
I find if I feel like I'm 'under attack', I visualize that I'm in a sphere that has mirrors on the outside, that way I feel safe.
When you lay down, focus on your breathing and nothing else - soon enough you will fall asleep.
2007-01-17 23:06:14 · answer #6 · answered by sagegranny 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
eh im an insomniac too and it ******* SUCKS. the guy who said to get a fan has the right idea, i do the same thing. also try beating the **** our things (like a heavy bag) it really helps with stress and tires you out. meditation also helps and drink alcohol. yep when i want to sleep well i meditate, beat the **** out of random stuff for about 1 houre (yeah im in good shape) and then i drink a bunch and pass out. i dont do it much because apparently alcohol is bad for your health...who knew?
2007-01-17 23:07:22 · answer #7 · answered by frenchmanonthesilvermountain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really like meditation to clear all the garbage out of my head before I sleep. It leaves me relaxed and peaceful so I sleep well. Only problem is you really have to quiet your thoughts, and sometimes mine race around so fast it takes a while to settle into it.
2007-01-17 22:59:31 · answer #8 · answered by Rabbit 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop reading the papers and watiching the television news. Listen to music and work on a hobby before you go to bed. Don't read any email before you go to bed.
2007-01-17 22:59:18 · answer #9 · answered by Benji 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
im an insomniac... i use a fan... the noise is calming. i get about 3 GOOD hours a night... that and have it completely dark.
2007-01-17 22:56:36 · answer #10 · answered by jezebella90 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋