My finance started a new job working 4 pm till 4 am and I can't go to sleep. I ususally try to go to sleep after 11-12 am after watching some t.v but im alert all night even after he gets home. What can I do to get a restful sleep?
2007-02-01 14:28:02 · 6 answers · asked by Mel 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
google mindful meditation.
2007-02-01 14:41:54 · answer #1 · answered by HarveyB 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
chamomile tea. Sleepytime tea is a real good one. Don't put sugar in it though. Also, when you lay in bed take deep breaths. As you exhale everytime force a part of your body to relax starting at your toes, then ankles, then calves. Close your eyes tightly, but not stressed. Every breath goes out with a relaxation. very deep breaths. You are actually almost putting yourself into a trans
2007-02-01 14:38:05 · answer #2 · answered by swksmason 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only use your bed for sleeping. If you're doing work on your bed or watching TV your brain associates high stimulus activity with your bed; thus causing sleep disruption.
Exercise more. It will drain you of energy and try drinking herbal tea. Cut out caffeine and reduce your sugar intake.
2007-02-01 15:00:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drink some herbal tea. Listen to some soothing music. Or, think and do things that relax you like take a bath or listen to a meditation or relaxation CD.
2007-02-01 14:31:51 · answer #4 · answered by Stareyes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IMO new bedsheets can help sleep
2007-02-01 14:59:54 · answer #5 · answered by days_o_work 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try exercising/get eye covers and ear plugs.
2007-02-01 14:34:36 · answer #6 · answered by lil pit cat 71 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋