Insomnia: Stop the Frustration
by Mark Idzik
A sleep disorder that has affected many people world-wide, insomnia is unfortunately
quite common in today. But the consequences brought on by insomnia may not be
as ordinary as they seem.
The frustration of repeatedly looking at your clock while moving around in your
bed can be emotionally and physically draining to say the least. The tension builds
up to its peak when you see the sun rise, and you go to the office lacking energy
after experiencing a sleepless night.
You don't have to suffer anymore. Here are some tips to help you sleep peacefully
and faster than you could ever expect.
1) Don't eat within 4 hours before you go to bed. In case you go hungry, try some
crackers, an apple or a light snack. But don't indulge in an "all-you-can-eat"
feast right before bedtime. Your food won't be digested properly, resulting in
poor and uncomfortable sleep.
2) Don't drink caffeine or alcohol. Caffeine can hinder your ability to sleep.
Alcohol can make you drowsy, but it can wake you up in the middle of the night
and bring on side effects that will adversely affect a peaceful night’s sleep.
3) Develop a consistent routine of waking up and going to bed at the same time
everyday, even on the weekends. Some insomniacs tend to sleep at any time of the
day to catch up on some sleep they lose during the night. This is the one of the
biggest mistakes you can make if you’re looking to sleep peacefully. It alters
your body clock and will only worsen your insomnia. If you can't sleep one night,
get up at the usual time the next morning. You'll be sleeping soundly the next
night.
4) Relax, stay healthy and fit. Avoid a stressful lifestyle. Engage in activity
and exercise daily to release tension. Practice deep breathing exercises to relax
your body often.
5) Don’t force yourself to sleep. Trying your best to sleep requires some
work. You don't want to work when you want to doze off. Sleep comes best if you
are in a relaxed and comfortable state. Just lie down, relax, and let yourself
fall into sleep naturally.
About the Author
Mark Idzik reports on natural and alternative health and is the editor of Sound
Sleep Right Now. Visit his site at http://www.SoundSleepTips.com for more sound
sleeping tips and ways to achieve peaceful, rested sleep.
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