It just seems that things are piling up on me and i want suggestions on how to relax for an hour or so
i've also been having alot of trouble getting to sleep lately and i want to know if anyone has suggestions about how to relax and fall asleep
thanks
2007-03-18 14:00:55 · 11 answers · asked by rockthearts 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
i try and meditate. I do this by counting to ten with no thoughts in my head. That gets me to sleep. And the best way to deal with stress is to talk to someone about your troubles (i'm a good listener)
2007-03-19 05:42:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Burn lavender oil in a oil burner about an hour before you're ready for bed. Don;t do anything strenuous or play video games etc before bed either - they stimulate the mind.
Try some chamomile tea and if all else fails try valarium tablets, they are natural and you can buy them from pharmacy's and health food shops.
Try reading in bed for a while with a dull light on. Make sure you are comfortable.
Don't ask the doctor for Valium. It's horrible stuff.
2007-03-18 15:32:58 · answer #2 · answered by Trout Pout (Lollie) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've recently had some issues with this. These are the ways that I deal with stress:
Go somewhere pretty and take a walk, talk to friends or family, do deep breathing exercises (count 5 -breathe in, count 2 -hold, count 7-breathe out), or do some physical exercise.
Limit caffeine, alcohol, and junk foods (although you may want all 3).
Take care of yourself - remember you matter!
2007-03-18 14:17:48 · answer #3 · answered by Enneirda 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stress can suck big time and often it seems like nothing will work.
I find things I enjoy doing more of, at night to sleep I plug in a podcast that I am really interested in or an audiobook from itunes and lay down. It puts me to sleep and I feel rested.
2007-03-18 14:13:27 · answer #4 · answered by Murray 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should be getting rid of some of those things piling up on you=
to relax=listen to soothing music
to sleep=set a pattern and stick to it
ex: go to bed at 10 pm ,get up at 8 am every day=
if you feel that you are starting to get too depressed and cant handle it, see aDr
2007-03-18 14:08:39 · answer #5 · answered by caffsans 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reading the Bible and talking to God in my room with some scented candles (or insenses) going and like a fan blowing in the room is relaxing for me. I don't know if your into God or anything but it helps me.
2007-03-18 14:13:04 · answer #6 · answered by wesley2109 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aromatherapy is excellent because is not medicine at all
Try Lavander, it will solve your sleeping problem faster than you think, just make sure is authentic lavander scent oil, beware from imitations
2007-03-18 14:11:37 · answer #7 · answered by Classy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Melatonin helps me fall asleep. I buy it at GNC and it really isn't too expensive.
Although it can be a pain, aerobic exercise is really good at relieving stress.
2007-03-18 14:06:29 · answer #8 · answered by Jeye 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
watch t.v. something happy to get your mind clear and soon you will be OK and fall to sleep.
2007-03-18 14:07:18 · answer #9 · answered by tweed801 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try holisticonline.com and sleepwakesfl.com. to help. try warm bubble bath, chamomile tea, and try smooth jazz.
2007-03-18 14:37:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋