Sleeping Before I Can't Sleep: Is This My New Normal?“Are you still watching Good Girls?” There it was just as big as life. Nothing says you've missed an unexplained stretch of...reactionscomments
I Stopped Punishing Myself. I Started Sleeping Better.Insomnia is punishment enough. Don't punish yourself. And if you are punishing yourself, consider stopping. Stop punishing yourself to improve your sleep...reactions4comments
PainsomniaI’ve shared before that in addition to insomnia, I also live with Crohn’s Disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and migraines. Although I am on...reactionscomments
Believe Me - I Have InsomniaWe all just want to be heard and understood in life. Don’t we? It has taken many, many years and a complete...reactions2comments
When Asthma Gets in the Way of a Good Night’s SleepInsomnia frequently occurs in people living with other medical conditions, including asthma. Asthma describes a situation where one’s bronchial airways become swollen...reactionscomments
Is Insomnia Putting You in a Bad Mood?A lack of sleep can make us all feel cranky and short-tempered. This is called irritability, which you may describe as just...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Taking NapsI use to think naps are great for puppies, babies, and the elderly. But not for me. Not for someone who is...reactionscomments
Daytime Routine, Nighttime ExpectationsI don’t know if it's getting older, spending more time at home due to the pandemic, being a parent, or being more...reactions2comments
My Insomnia Is Making Me Doze Off During the DayInsomnia has caused many issues over the years. This is a new 1 for me – I have started dozing off during...reactionscomments
Hypnagogia: It's a Nice Place to Visit but I Don't Want to Stay ThereThere exists a wonderfully soothing and dreamy state that lies somewhere between complete consciousness and sound sleep. Within that land, I am...reactions2comments
Bile Reflux and Sleep DisturbancesIn 2014, after several months of terrible symptoms, testing, and doctor consultations, I had my gallbladder removed. It wasn’t working as it...reactions6comments
Which Came First, the Anxiety or the Insomnia? Does It Matter?Struggling to fall asleep, or stay asleep, or sleep long enough, describes insomnia – the most common of all sleep disorders. Anxiety...reactionscomments
Dreams Controlled by PainI have lived with chronic pain every day for the past 2 years. I love it when I sleep, and I get...reactionscomments
Tossing and Turning: I Cannot Get ComfortableI am exhausted. I feel like I have not slept in days. This is not true, of course. It only feels like...reactionscomments
Sleepless Bedfellows: Insomnia, Cancer, and Circadian DisruptionInsomnia is the most common sleep disturbance in those with cancer. It affects between one-half and three-quarters of those diagnosed. Up to...reactionscomments
Our Clever Brains Can Work Against Us in Our Battle Against InsomniaOur brains are very clever. We wouldn't have evolved without a system that helps us pay attention and respond to things that...reactionscomments
Rest Versus SleepSometimes I don’t sleep very well. Do you relate?! I think everybody goes through periods of disturbed sleep; but for some of...reactionscomments
How to Get Through the Day After a Sleepless NightWhether I’m experiencing pain flare-up from my ankylosing spondylitis arthritis or simply ruminating over all of the responsibilities of adulthood, sleepless nights...reactionscomments
Insomnia Treatment for Every ScheduleThe most highly recommended treatment for insomnia disorder is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTi). While it is highly effective, it can...reactionscomments
Insomnia in the HospitalI've written before about how I live with other chronic conditions – mainly Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. I've been lucky enough...reactionscomments
