Does anyone have any tips for getting through the night?
I’ve been dealing with insomnia since I was little, on and off, and I find that among the horrible things that it causes, (exhaustion, brain fog, physical and mental weakness, inability to function every day), one of the hardest is actually getting through the night. Wanting to sleep more than anything but your body just not letting you is one of the most torturous feelings in the world, so if anyone had any tips to make it any easier to get through the night, they would be greatly appreciated 😀
P.S: I’m sorry if some of that didn’t make sense, I’m writing at 5:30am with no sleep so brains gone a bit funny
I agree that it is torture. And I feel so alone!
Hi
. I see you are new here. Welcome! You are certainly not alone anymore. You have a whole community here of people who understand what you are going through. Have you been contending with insomnia long? Have you tried any treatments? Thinking of you and wishing you the best. - Lori (Team Member) 
, I am going to start this off with a hug. Feeling alone is, is something I and many of our members can relate to.
We are here for you every step of the way. I wrote an article about the things I do to keep busy in the middle of the night. I hope this gives you some ideas: https://insomnia.sleep-disorders.net/living/nighttime-activity-list.
Sleepy Wishes
Clair ( Team Member)
Please what is a grounding sheet?
A grounding sheet is basically a thin sheet that goes on your bed, gets plugged in and you sleep on it. Apparently it helps you connect to electrons, and this has been said to promote sleep and reduce inflammation. I have not tried one, so I cannot give you first-hand experience.
Is this something that you are considering trying? I would be keen to hear how and if it helps you.
Warmly,
Clair ( Team Member)
Along with the grounding sheet I recommended. Try meditation. It's a way to shut your busy mind off. I think that could be the root of the problem.
I suggest trying a grounding sheet. I did, and I definitely sleep much deeper with it.
I just sa this reply here too about how long you have been using it. Certainly going to look into one.
- Clair (Team Member)I've been using it for month. It's a queen size. If you order one, make sure it gives you the size option. I purchased one that they said, "fits all sizes." It turned out to be a sliver of a sheet.
