Insomnia: How it Affects Other Medical Issues...We have all heard it. Any time you get sick, you are told to get plenty of rest. The idea is that rest helps your body recover quicker. When you...reactionscomments
Do You Practice Sleep Hygiene?...Do you practice sleep hygiene and does it work for you?...reactions4repliesSleep Hygiene
My 3 Daily Accomplishments Challenge (Part 2)...This article is the second part of a two-part series. Check out My 3 Daily Accomplishments Challenge (Part 1). Through this process/challenge, my 3 tiny accomplishments show me that I...reactionscomments
Do You Keep Your Insomnia a Secret?...Many people struggle to tell others they have insomnia. They are afraid to share their situation or their diagnosis, and as a result, it becomes "their secret." I think there...reactionscomments
Insomnia, PTSD, and My Ideal Sleeping Environment...I am currently 34 and have lived with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) for about 15 years. Although I am not a medical professional, the difference between PTSD and C-PTSD...reactionscomments
Naps – Friend or Foe for the Insomniac?...I have struggled with sleeping consistently or restfully at night since I was a child. I’ve long since gotten used to living my days in somewhat of a constantly drowsy...reactionscomments
My 3 Daily Accomplishments Challenge (Part 1)...I’m really struggling with self-confidence and self-esteem lately, especially over the last 2 years. Recently, my therapist and I brainstormed a few things to help me wind down my day...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Disturbing Dreams: Waking up in a Panic...My internal alarm clock has not disappeared. It has become more complicated. I no longer deal with dreams that are exhausting. I am currently dealing with dreams that startle me...reactionscomments
When Sleep Finally Comes...As an insomniac, I know I often use the words “never” or “none at all.” “I’ve been awake all night.” “For days on end.” But most of the time, an...reactionscomments
My New (Extremely Late) Normal...A consistent phrase mostly meant to be motivational, I've heard since March, is "finding your new normal." I kept waiting for the feelings of loneliness and isolation to strike, but...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Bed Dread...I need to just come right out and say it without mincing words. I dread going to bed. I mean that with every fiber of my being. I absolutely hate...reactionscomments
Sleep Tracking via Smart Watch...Back in the day, if we wanted to know how we slept, it was pretty much a stab in the dark. Or alternatively, keeping a handwritten sleep journal. These...reactionscomments
Sleep Hygiene and My Routines...Do you follow your same sleep routine every night? Do you know what sleep hygiene is? In this video, I talk about what I do before I go to bed...reactions1comment
Random Thoughts That Keep Me Awake at Night...I find myself thinking about the most absurd things when I am trying to fall asleep. Why do I wonder about such silly things as I desperately attempt to get...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Eating Habits...Sustenance. Nourishment. Comfort. Something to do. Something to focus on. I’ve heard, felt and experienced food be described in all of the ways above. Eating, while something we need to...reactions2comments
Sleep Hygiene...Do you practice any kind of sleep hygiene? Does it help your insomnia?...reactions3repliesTreatment
FeaturedDo You Use Sound Machines for Sleep?...Have you tried sound machines to help you sleep at night? Or other noisemakers like a ceiling fan?...reactions30repliesTips & Advice
FeaturedFoods to Help Insomnia...Do you have any tips for things to eat that help you sleep whether before bedtime or throughout the day?...reactionsrepliesDiet & Nutrition
Finding a New Sleep Routine With ADD Medication...Recently, I began treatment for ADD (attention deficit disorder) with medication. During my appointment, my doctor told me that I may experience an increase in anxiety (oh great!) and more...reactions1comment
Nightmares and Insomnia: What Treatments Exist?...All of us have bad dreams from time to time, especially in times of stress. While they may disrupt our sleep for a night, they’re not usually enough to cause...reactionscomments