Mr. Not Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 (edited) Sleep troubles... Three to four hours per night and i need more. When I'm not busy and have a full day off, I sleep through the entire day. I'd be perfectly fine with this whole nocturnal thing if I could simply catch more sleep - but I can't. Unless you work a night shift somewhere, you pretty much have to live a diurnal life since, well, society works that way. And by society I guess I mean the very nature of mankind. I've been trying to get back to sleeping early but nothing works. I can only sleep once I'm completely exhausted physically and mentally. This time it will probably be not until 6 am and class is at 9... Oh boy. Advice? Medication would be a last resort, and I don't know whether this is insomnia or not, but I'm leaning on the "no, it isn't" side. I have access to melatonin and don't mind having that, it tastes good really... But it doesn't help much. Edited October 10, 2012 by Mr. IsNot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
workingcinderellaman Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 So are you simply too busy to get 8 hours or is it that you can't sleep? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Not Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 A little bit is because of my schedule. Mainly though it's that I can't sleep. I got literally no sleep last night so I will probably get my 8 this time around tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USB Connector Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 (edited) Ironic considering this is coming from a guy who has had about 5 hours of sleep over the last two days, but here are some things I find make it easier to sleep (I always have a hard time getting to sleep before a test/exam or big assignment). - When in bed, imagine a blank. Nothing else, just one massive blank leads to easy sleep. I find that if 100% of my brain power is focussed on conjuring an image of nothing I get to sleep pretty quick even on my most restless of nights. - No computer, TV or anything that will get your blood flowing for at least an hour or two before sleep. - Read a slow paced book while in bed like Dune or 2001: a space odyssey for about 15 minutes Edited October 10, 2012 by USB Connector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
librarian Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Things I've tried that have worked: Read a book you wouldn't normally read that you feel would totally bore you out of your mind. Fiction, Nonfiction - doesn't matter Put the BBC News on the radio or tv and concentrate on the accent. It may lull you to sleep CSPAN does wonders for people White noise machine. Drowns everything out. A fan works too. Eat a bowl of quaker oatmeal - the 5 minute kind, not the instant. with real milk and sugar. It's comfort food to me. I actually have one of those night light toys for kids - I have a turtle that displays constellations on the ceiling. It is timed at 45 minutes and it glows it blue, amber or green. It's very funny when one of the cats is in the room, because they always go to it and sniff the turtle and a big giant cat head shadow appears on the ceiling That's what I can think of for now. If I think of anymore, I'll be back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Not Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 QUOTE (USB Connector @ Oct 10 2012, 10:03 AM) Ironic considering this is coming from a guy who has had about 5 hours of sleep over the last two days, but here are some things I find make it easier to sleep (I always have a hard time getting to sleep before a test/exam or big assignment). - When in bed, imagine a blank. Nothing else, just one massive blank leads to easy sleep. I find that if 100% of my brain power is focussed on conjuring an image of nothing I get to sleep pretty quick even on my most restless of nights. - No computer, TV or anything that will get your blood flowing for at least an hour or two before sleep. - Read a slow paced book while in bed like Dune or 2001: a space odyssey for about 15 minutes Readings a good idea, but I always have a compulsion to then get on my laptop and take notes about what it is I am reading... Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Not Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 QUOTE (librarian @ Oct 10 2012, 10:06 AM) Things I've tried that have worked: Read a book you wouldn't normally read that you feel would totally bore you out of your mind. Fiction, Nonfiction - doesn't matter Put the BBC News on the radio or tv and concentrate on the accent. It may lull you to sleep CSPAN does wonders for people White noise machine. Drowns everything out. A fan works too. Eat a bowl of quaker oatmeal - the 5 minute kind, not the instant. with real milk and sugar. It's comfort food to me. I actually have one of those night light toys for kids - I have a turtle that displays constellations on the ceiling. It is timed at 45 minutes and it glows it blue, amber or green. It's very funny when one of the cats is in the room, because they always go to it and sniff the turtle and a big giant cat head shadow appears on the ceiling That's what I can think of for now. If I think of anymore, I'll be back Alright! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILSnwdog Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Try exercising more. That might help you get tired and help get you to sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILSnwdog Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 There is always this. http://www.marnyb.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/vickscloseup-284x300.png Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomesickAlien Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 QUOTE (ILSnwdog @ Oct 10 2012, 12:17 PM)There is always this. http://www.marnyb.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/vickscloseup-284x300.png This works even better: http://i1050.photobucket.com/albums/s410/datura67/300_273163_zpsf88b7f4a.jpg But beware of anterograde amnesia (sleep eating, sleep driving, etc.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
workingcinderellaman Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 QUOTE (Mr. IsNot @ Oct 10 2012, 11:47 AM) A little bit is because of my schedule. Mainly though it's that I can't sleep. I got literally no sleep last night so I will probably get my 8 this time around tonight. I used to suffer from insomnia when I was in school. I would study late and that kept my brain going. I think different things cause it but I would be leery of treating it with medication unless absolutely necessary. If you decide you need to Ambien works really well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thesweetscience Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I have battled insomnia since I was a teenager. It is nothing for me to go several days without any meaningful amount of sleep. I fully understand the frustration that comes from being tired but being unable to fall asleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomesickAlien Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 QUOTE (workingcinderellaman @ Oct 10 2012, 02:29 PM)QUOTE (Mr. IsNot @ Oct 10 2012, 11:47 AM) A little bit is because of my schedule. Mainly though it's that I can't sleep. I got literally no sleep last night so I will probably get my 8 this time around tonight. I used to suffer from insomnia when I was in school. I would study late and that kept my brain going. I think different things cause it but I would be leery of treating it with medication unless absolutely necessary. If you decide you need to Ambien works really well. Ambien works very well, but there can be some weird side effects. I experienced an episode of anterograde amnesia and haven't taken it in over two years. I went to the local CVS in the middle of the night and spent more than a hundred dollars on things I would never otherwise purchase. I found the items on the dining room table the next morning, but had no memory of taking the trip (did I wear my pajamas?! ). If the charge hadn't appeared on my credit card statement I would have sworn I hadn't gone anywhere that night. No more Ambien for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USB Connector Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 QUOTE (Mr. IsNot @ Oct 10 2012, 01:06 PM) QUOTE (USB Connector @ Oct 10 2012, 10:03 AM) Ironic considering this is coming from a guy who has had about 5 hours of sleep over the last two days, but here are some things I find make it easier to sleep (I always have a hard time getting to sleep before a test/exam or big assignment). - When in bed, imagine a blank. Nothing else, just one massive blank leads to easy sleep. I find that if 100% of my brain power is focussed on conjuring an image of nothing I get to sleep pretty quick even on my most restless of nights. - No computer, TV or anything that will get your blood flowing for at least an hour or two before sleep. - Read a slow paced book while in bed like Dune or 2001: a space odyssey for about 15 minutes Readings a good idea, but I always have a compulsion to then get on my laptop and take notes about what it is I am reading... Thank you You're welcome. I hope you can catch some shuteye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 QUOTE (substancewithoutstyle @ Oct 10 2012, 04:38 PM) QUOTE (workingcinderellaman @ Oct 10 2012, 02:29 PM)QUOTE (Mr. IsNot @ Oct 10 2012, 11:47 AM) A little bit is because of my schedule. Mainly though it's that I can't sleep. I got literally no sleep last night so I will probably get my 8 this time around tonight. I used to suffer from insomnia when I was in school. I would study late and that kept my brain going. I think different things cause it but I would be leery of treating it with medication unless absolutely necessary. If you decide you need to Ambien works really well. Ambien works very well, but there can be some weird side effects. I experienced an episode of anterograde amnesia and haven't taken it in over two years. I went to the local CVS in the middle of the night and spent more than a hundred dollars on things I would never otherwise purchase. I found the items on the dining room table the next morning, but had no memory of taking the trip (did I wear my pajamas?! ). If the charge hadn't appeared on my credit card statement I would have sworn I hadn't gone anywhere that night. No more Ambien for me. Wow, interesting story. You must have been acting normal when you were in the store, otherwise if you were sleepwalking or acting strange i'm guessing the cops would've been called. If I was working at that store, you spending over 100 bucks at a CVS would've been my indication that something was wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchemingDemon Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Drink one or two of these and you'll be out pretty soon with no side effects. And you feel fine when you wake up! http://i.imgur.com/nGP5N.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Not Posted October 11, 2012 Author Share Posted October 11, 2012 QUOTE (ILSnwdog @ Oct 10 2012, 10:16 AM) Try exercising more. That might help you get tired and help get you to sleep. That's one thing I'm definitely lacking in. Walk maybe 1-3 miles a day at a good pace though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Not Posted October 11, 2012 Author Share Posted October 11, 2012 QUOTE (workingcinderellaman @ Oct 10 2012, 12:29 PM) QUOTE (Mr. IsNot @ Oct 10 2012, 11:47 AM) A little bit is because of my schedule. Mainly though it's that I can't sleep. I got literally no sleep last night so I will probably get my 8 this time around tonight. I used to suffer from insomnia when I was in school. I would study late and that kept my brain going. I think different things cause it but I would be leery of treating it with medication unless absolutely necessary. If you decide you need to Ambien works really well. Ambien... Ambient Alright, good to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya_Big_Tree Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 I would also love to get a decent night's sleep. My problem is I have such a stupid and erratic work schedule plus school so my body can't find time to relax. When I should be sleeping, Im active, thinking about the next day or things that are on my mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 QUOTE (SchemingDemon @ Oct 10 2012, 09:54 PM) Drink one or two of these and you'll be out pretty soon with no side effects. And you feel fine when you wake up! http://i.imgur.com/nGP5N.jpg Except that you've probably wet the bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchemingDemon Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 QUOTE (Mara @ Oct 11 2012, 11:43 AM) QUOTE (SchemingDemon @ Oct 10 2012, 09:54 PM) Drink one or two of these and you'll be out pretty soon with no side effects. And you feel fine when you wake up! http://i.imgur.com/nGP5N.jpg Except that you've probably wet the bed. Nope, never Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My_Shrimp_Cot Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 For me...... NO ALCOHOL - especially before bed. Its a total bummer but works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t2s Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 I don't think Kenneth drinks.. or he didn't last time we talked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken hawk Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 I work 3rd shift....i never get used to these hours. I never got 8 hours of sleep untill i have my days off. it pays my bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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