Insomnia for LifeI’ve shared before that I began struggling with signs and symptoms of insomnia as a child. From frequent movement during the night...reactionscomments
3 Positives to Sleeplessness: My Hidden Insomnia Perks2020 was a rollercoaster to say the least – and not the good kind. It’s akin to that 1 ride at the...reactions2comments
Irritability and Insomnia: Managing Emotions and Getting Things DoneI think I inadvertently put a restraining order on the sandman at some point in my life. Surely that is the case...reactions1comment
Returning to Work Full Time With Insomnia After a Year at HomeLast week, I begin transitioning back to my full-time office schedule. I will still have days I work at home through May...reactionscomments
Springtime, Sunshine, Optimism, and Improved SleepWithout fail, each winter season my mood tanks. As the days get shorter and shorter, the sun hides more than it's found...reactionscomments
Self-care: A Route to Improving Life AND SleepIt seems to me that we spend the majority of our lives focussed on caring for others. Our spouses and partners. Our...reactionscomments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help...reactionscomments
3 Reasons to Ignore Your Sleep TrackerMany people with insomnia, myself included, can become obsessed with tracking their sleep or lack thereof. How many hours did I sleep? How...reactionscomments
The Effect of Steroids for Inflammation on My InsomniaMy body is no stranger to inflammation. As a kid, it was high sed rates and other inflammatory markers. After college, it...reactionscomments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to...reactionscomments
6 Surprising Effects of InsomniaBeing tired is one thing. Being completely exhausted from constant insomnia – that, my friends, is a whole new level. I feel...reactionscomments
MonstersDeafening silence. Tinnitus. White noise. Eyes wide open. This is my insomnia. I grew up with sleep-stealing monsters under my bed. They...reactions1comment
Patterns of Insomnia: My Journey Through the StagesWhen it comes to insomnia, I’ve dipped my fingers into all the metaphorical pies. There are many ways of categorising insomnia and...reactionscomments
'You Can Sleep When You're Dead' – Glorifying Sleepless CultureI remember when I was younger, sometimes I’d say things like “Wow, I’m really tired” – to friends or teachers or my...reactionscomments
An Open Letter to Medical Professionals: Don’t Try to Dictate Insomnia TreatmentI have dealt with insomnia for decades now. During that time, I have also dealt with mental illness. Many times when I...reactionscomments
My First Vacation in YearsUsually, when I've taken time off work, it’s for medical reasons and doctor’s appointments. This is my first vacation in probably 5...reactionscomments
Finding Your 1 Thing: Getting Enough Sleep and Keeping a ScheduleAs many of you know, sleep tests are primarily looking for sleep apnea. Yes, they do test for other things, but primarily...reactionscomments
If I Didn't Have Insomnia ...As a nearly life-long insomniac, I am used to living life based on how much (or how little) sleep I have gotten...reactionscomments
Sleep Reactivity: The Problem I Didn’t Know I HadAfter writing an article about how quickly a change in routine could trigger my insomnia, I started reading more about the trait...reactionscomments
When Working Hard Means Sleeping Hard – SometimesAs we grow, some things stick with us and others fade slowly away. For instance, I can remember all my old childhood...reactionscomments
