Yes ! I have severe insomnia it’s driving me crazy. I barely sleep, two hours per day, I wake up so many times at night, I don’t know what to do anymore, it is interfering in my life.
I can seen to get sleep unless I take heavy duty sleeping aids/hypnotics.
Ever since Covid I can’t sleep. Anyone out there have any thoughts, suggestions etc. Tried meditation, breathing techniques, over the counter sleep aids, allergic to antihistamines. Tried everything. Very very scared and desperate. Thanks for reading my discussion.
Yes ! I have severe insomnia it’s driving me crazy. I barely sleep, two hours per day, I wake up so many times at night, I don’t know what to do anymore, it is interfering in my life.
Everything is worse when I either can't sleep or am so exhausted from physical or mental activity beyond my limits that I will sleep 19 of 24 hours. It is a see-saw that I can't get off of. I lay there unable to sleep, then think about not sleeping, then get mad because I know I will be tired again tomorrow. A vicious cycle. Benadryl or Melatonin help me----I AM NOT TOUTING THIS FOR ANYONE ELSE, but it helps me. Also, 'sleep hygiene': I go to bed and get up about the same time every day, I climb in bed in a quiet bedroom, read ~30 minutes till I am drowsy & turn off the lights. No screen time/music/tv/intense conversation/exercise/alcohol right before bed. The 'Calm' app has some great guided sleep meditations that are helpful too. If I can't fall asleep after an hour I get up and read on the couch till I am tired. I do the same when I wake in the middle of the night. Although very tempted, getting on the computer or turning on the TV at that point keeps me awake longer.
Everything is worse when I either can't sleep or am so exhausted from physical or mental activity beyond my limits that I will sleep 19 of 24 hours. It is a see-saw that I can't get off of. I lay there unable to sleep, then think about not sleeping, then get mad because I know I will be tired again tomorrow. A vicious cycle. Benadryl or Melatonin help me----I AM NOT TOUTING THIS FOR ANYONE ELSE, but it helps me. Also, 'sleep hygiene': I go to bed and get up about the same time every day, I climb in bed in a quiet bedroom, read ~30 minutes till I am drowsy & turn off the lights. No screen time/music/tv/intense conversation/exercise/alcohol right before bed. The 'Calm' app has some great guided sleep meditations that are helpful too. If I can't fall asleep after an hour I get up and read on the couch till I am tired. I do the same when I wake in the middle of the night. Although very tempted, getting on the computer or turning on the TV at that point keeps me awake longer.
Interesting discussion. I’m allergic to Benadryl gives me the jitters and anxiety 😥. Thanks for your discussion. I’ll keep you in my thoughts.
PS I will yawn but don’t get drowsy or tired. Last night was an exception, and fell asleep for a short time.
Everything is worse when I either can't sleep or am so exhausted from physical or mental activity beyond my limits that I will sleep 19 of 24 hours. It is a see-saw that I can't get off of. I lay there unable to sleep, then think about not sleeping, then get mad because I know I will be tired again tomorrow. A vicious cycle. Benadryl or Melatonin help me----I AM NOT TOUTING THIS FOR ANYONE ELSE, but it helps me. Also, 'sleep hygiene': I go to bed and get up about the same time every day, I climb in bed in a quiet bedroom, read ~30 minutes till I am drowsy & turn off the lights. No screen time/music/tv/intense conversation/exercise/alcohol right before bed. The 'Calm' app has some great guided sleep meditations that are helpful too. If I can't fall asleep after an hour I get up and read on the couch till I am tired. I do the same when I wake in the middle of the night. Although very tempted, getting on the computer or turning on the TV at that point keeps me awake longer.
The reading part I like I have tried that it helps sometimes.If I eat at six I am done, I eat around 4:30 latest, I have also tried sleep app, I have put rain app on my tv they help, but I don’t sleep consistently, feel pressure in my head when I don’t sleep and dizziness. I am getting better though slowly, it takes a lot of time and courage . It is awful what we are all going through with the aftermath of having covid. I pray that one very very soon they will have an answer for all of us suffering from this horrible virus. I have good days and very bad days. But like I said it is going better very slowly, don’t ever give up.
The reading part I like I have tried that it helps sometimes.If I eat at six I am done, I eat around 4:30 latest, I have also tried sleep app, I have put rain app on my tv they help, but I don’t sleep consistently, feel pressure in my head when I don’t sleep and dizziness. I am getting better though slowly, it takes a lot of time and courage . It is awful what we are all going through with the aftermath of having covid. I pray that one very very soon they will have an answer for all of us suffering from this horrible virus. I have good days and very bad days. But like I said it is going better very slowly, don’t ever give up.
I’m on “your life will never be good again” never sleep, sleep non-stop coaster also…Covid bought me a ticket. Nothing has helped or made a difference so far. Hang on tight it’s a rocky ride.
If your in a state that has legalized marijuana, try some indica strain edibles. I don’t recommend smoking it. It’s to hard on the lungs. Ask your doctor if medical marijuana is right for you. Stay away from Sativa strains and stick to indica. Works great for my brother. Also any medical marijuana dispensary will be very helpful in steering you in the right direction. Go natural!
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Yes ! I have severe insomnia it’s driving me crazy. I barely sleep, two hours per day, I wake up so many times at night, I don’t know what to do anymore, it is interfering in my life.
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4 ReactionsI can seen to get sleep unless I take heavy duty sleeping aids/hypnotics.
Ever since Covid I can’t sleep. Anyone out there have any thoughts, suggestions etc. Tried meditation, breathing techniques, over the counter sleep aids, allergic to antihistamines. Tried everything. Very very scared and desperate. Thanks for reading my discussion.
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2 ReactionsMy life is also comprised.
I have serious sleep deprivation. I hope you find answers and solutions. I’ll keep you in my thoughts.
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5 ReactionsEverything is worse when I either can't sleep or am so exhausted from physical or mental activity beyond my limits that I will sleep 19 of 24 hours. It is a see-saw that I can't get off of. I lay there unable to sleep, then think about not sleeping, then get mad because I know I will be tired again tomorrow. A vicious cycle. Benadryl or Melatonin help me----I AM NOT TOUTING THIS FOR ANYONE ELSE, but it helps me. Also, 'sleep hygiene': I go to bed and get up about the same time every day, I climb in bed in a quiet bedroom, read ~30 minutes till I am drowsy & turn off the lights. No screen time/music/tv/intense conversation/exercise/alcohol right before bed. The 'Calm' app has some great guided sleep meditations that are helpful too. If I can't fall asleep after an hour I get up and read on the couch till I am tired. I do the same when I wake in the middle of the night. Although very tempted, getting on the computer or turning on the TV at that point keeps me awake longer.
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3 ReactionsInteresting discussion. I’m allergic to Benadryl gives me the jitters and anxiety 😥. Thanks for your discussion. I’ll keep you in my thoughts.
PS I will yawn but don’t get drowsy or tired. Last night was an exception, and fell asleep for a short time.
The reading part I like I have tried that it helps sometimes.If I eat at six I am done, I eat around 4:30 latest, I have also tried sleep app, I have put rain app on my tv they help, but I don’t sleep consistently, feel pressure in my head when I don’t sleep and dizziness. I am getting better though slowly, it takes a lot of time and courage . It is awful what we are all going through with the aftermath of having covid. I pray that one very very soon they will have an answer for all of us suffering from this horrible virus. I have good days and very bad days. But like I said it is going better very slowly, don’t ever give up.
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5 ReactionsSorry I meant getting better.🙏🙏
I am on the same sleep no sleep rollercoaster.
Am thankful for the good days and thankful that the bad ones will not last forever. Hang in there.
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3 ReactionsI’m on “your life will never be good again” never sleep, sleep non-stop coaster also…Covid bought me a ticket. Nothing has helped or made a difference so far. Hang on tight it’s a rocky ride.
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2 ReactionsIf your in a state that has legalized marijuana, try some indica strain edibles. I don’t recommend smoking it. It’s to hard on the lungs. Ask your doctor if medical marijuana is right for you. Stay away from Sativa strains and stick to indica. Works great for my brother. Also any medical marijuana dispensary will be very helpful in steering you in the right direction. Go natural!
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