How do I fall asleep easier?

by **Lexie** on Sat Oct 24, 2009 1:04 am

I have tried everything, I mean EVERYTHING to fall asleep better, lights on and off, counting backwards and forwards, exercising every day, taking a hot bath/shower before I go to bed. What is something that I can do to AK sure that I fall asleep easily and quickly?

by **CitCat** on Sat Oct 24, 2009 1:13 am

Well the first thing is to not think about sleeping. If you have an important meeting the next day and it is imperative that you get sleep, don't let you mind know that because it'll just keep you up later.
I know you said counting numbers doesn't work for you. Maybe instead of counting, you picture the numbers. Like, flash each number in your head in a rhythmical order. It's beyond boring and it knocks me out pretty quick.
Good luck :)

by **Spacecake** on Sat Oct 24, 2009 1:16 am

If you work out and get fresh air you fall asleep so quickly !

by **MommytobeonJanuary11th** on Sat Oct 24, 2009 1:45 am

What I do is if I know I won't be able to sleep , take a over the counter medicine like a little dose that makes you tired then lay in bed , and close your eyes and wait till you fall asleep.

by **SusanYarrawonga885** on Sat Oct 24, 2009 2:10 am

Perhaps a web search for "can't fall asleep" might be useful.

by **Joe164** on Sat Oct 24, 2009 4:42 am

Hi,

I had problem of sleep disorder during my college days. Those days were stressful, studies and then uncertainty about the future. I would suggest try to relax, read a book and try to divert your mind from things that might be troubling you.

My favorite sleeping tactic was take a book and read it before going to bed. I am not talking about interesting murder mysteries but what I felt as boring history books. I slept like a baby after implementing some of these following tips:
http://www.knowabouthealth.com/10-key-sleeping-tips-to-treat-insomnia/
http://www.knowabouthealth.com/cold-room-temperature-improves-insomnia/

How do I fall asleep easier?