How do you get a decent nights sleep?

Question

How do you get a decent nights sleep?

Answer 1

Lots of activity in the hours leading up to bed - preferably physical. Also if I have a lot on my mind, I try the mental trick of putting those problems up on a "shelf" (use your imagination). And telling myself that I will look at them in the morning.

Answer 2

If you have trouble sleeping, as millions do, first see your doctor, tell him / her what your problem is and get a complete blood work up to make sure there is no underlying medical problem that is causing this problem. Sometimes we have so much on our minds, it just keeps active no matter how tired we are. Cut off caffiene completely and alcohol at night because when the alcohol wears off you wake up so you only get a full 3 or 4 hours until you have to pee. Then you are up for the rest of the wee hours.

Go to sleep every night at the same time and don't nap at all during the day. You must get yourself on a workout schedule as well, same time everyday, or evening. This will train your body. It will take a long time but worth the effort. One more important thing, never eat at night and cut that salt intake down or cut it almost completely if you can't completely cut it from your diet. Most don't realize what time they eat and what they eat effects the sleep. If you have been on medication and not taking it now, that would do it as well, so just talk to doc, maybe you weren't taken off it the right way. Some meds, you have to be weaned off. Sleep nice, think of the beach, lying there in the sun and the sun fades behind the tree and you are lying there and the sensuality of the breeze when it crosses your body, - relaxing. I still have to use this thought to fall asleep sometimes when i can't clear my head of other things keeping me awake. But like I said, it could be more than that, medical reasons keeping you up.

Answer 3

Go to sleep every night at the same time and don't nap at all during the day. You must get yourself on a workout schedule as well, same time everyday, or evening. This will train your body. It will take a long time but worth the effort. One more important thing, never eat at night and cut that salt intake down or cut it almost completely if you can't completely cut it from your diet. Most don't realize what time they eat and what they eat effects the sleep. If you have been on medication and not taking it now, that would do it as well, so just talk to doc, maybe you weren't taken off it the right way. Some meds, you have to be weaned off. Sleep nice, think of the beach, lying there in the sun and the sun fades behind the tree and you are lying there and the sensuality of the breeze when it crosses your body, - relaxing. I still have to use this thought to fall asleep sometimes when i can't clear my head of other things keeping me awake. But like I said, it could be more than that, medical reasons keeping you up.

Answer 4

Let the brain slow down calmly from the exertions of the day. For the last half hour before you go to bed, don't do anything that taxes or worries the brain too much, like catching up with the world news, doing a cryptic crossword or the household accounts or reading Einstein. You could do a few minutes' silent meditation if you have time and an understanding partner.



Make sure the room is dark enough, so you don't necessarily wake up at the crack of dawn just because your curtains are too thin. An eye mask like the ones they give out on aeroplanes can help.



Avoid stimulating food or drinks late at night, obviously.



If you have very young children, I'm afraid the only thing you can realistically do is be patient for a few years.

Answer 5

Getting good exercise does help. Also if you work really hard during the day, physically, then you should be ready for sleep at the end of the night. Write stuff down that is bothering you or on your mind. Make list of thing for you to do the next day. Stretch and do deep breathing to loosen up. Take a nice hot bath. Cut the TV off. Read something interesting. Make sure where you sleep is nice and cozy. Plan a good hour for you to go to bed and make it so! Best of luck!

Answer 6

Staying in bed until you fall asleep wont really get you the quality sleep you need. Be active during the day of course... but the real clincher I've found works for myself is to use my brain.... I know, I know, that sounds kind of weird, but I find that if I'm studying something, and REALLY using my brain, after a while I am SO tired. And I get some pretty deep restful sleep. Whether or not that would work for you is something you have to find out for yourself though. Good luck. I hope you get that good nights sleep. Have an awesome day :)

Answer 7

First, see your doctor or call a medical careline where you live and explain your symptoms to them to rule out any conditions requiring medication. Now try this, do not drink any caffeine after 6PM, Next make sure that your bed is comfortable. Do not do anything in bed but sleep in your bed. If you routinely do homework, office work or pay bills STOP! you are telling you body that it is time to work when you go to bed. Then get some lavendar potpourri and place it on you bedstand or in your pillowcase. You can buy loose weave material at a material shop that will let the smell escape and tie the ends with a ribbon. Drink some chamomile tea and honey. You'll get used to it. The last thing you do is get a relaxation CD at any bookstore and play it for one half hour before your bedtime while you are getting ready for bed. Develop a routine so your body knows that you are getting ready to sleep.

Answer 8

Either you do not get enough exercise to be fit and tired enough to sleep well or you let too many little things in life bother you mentally. The first is rather easy to solve the second takes some real effort. Too many people fret and worry about things they can do nothing about. Getting involved too deeply in other peoples lives causes a lot of the mental anguish. Also quite often people actually sleep more than they think they do. Awake time seems to go so slowly we think it is a long time and it really is not. So many things can be involved so take a very good look at your life and see where you and make changes to help you cope better.

Answer 9

The most expensive piece of furniture in your home should be your bed. Don't stint on expense here, because this is the piece of furniture which will most affect your life, sleeping and waking.

Make sure you have a dark, clean, dry, warm, quiet place to sleep. Go to bed at the same time every night (ten minute window). Try to get accustomed to living without an alarm clock.(if you are getting enough sleep, you won't need one.) Have a nighttime routine that lasts about an hour before you go to bed. eg. shower/bathe, change into jammies, read a book in a chair beside your bed, use the toilet, then bunk down. Lie down in a position most comfortable to you, close your eyes, and daydream. Most people take 7 - 20 minutes to get to sleep.

Answer 10

41 Simple Tips for Getting to Sleep, including some you've never seen before.



. They're all designed to help you deal with tension, stress and anxiety, and to enjoy a good night's sleep.



Techniques you've probably already tried but are still worth trying again.



* See a Doctor

* Take a Warm Bath

* Get a Massage

* Listen to Music

* Drink Warm Milk

* Drink Herb Tea

* Eat a Bedtime Snack

* Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol and Tobacco

* Sleep in a Well-Ventilated Room

* Sleep on a Good Firm Bed

* Sleep on Your Back

* Get Some Physical Exercise During the Day

* Keep Regular Bedtime Hours

* If You Can't Sleep, Get Up

* Don't Sleep In

* Get Up Earlier in the Morning

* Keep Your Bed a Place for Sleep

* Avoid Naps

* Avoid Illuminated Bedroom Clocks



Of course there's the standard technique that everyone knows (although it never worked for us)



* Counting Sheep



And some techniques you probably haven't seen before



* Sleep With Your Head Facing North

* Don't Watch TV or Read Before Going to Bed

* Toe Wiggling

* Stomach Rub

* Progressive Relaxation

* Deep Breathing

* Visualize Something Peaceful

* Visualize Something Boring

* Imagine It's Time to Get Up

* Quiet Ears

Answer 11

The most important factor in getting a good night's sleep is regularity - training your body to have a regular sleep schedule. Not only will you sleep better, your sleep will be more productive and you will wake up feeling better. Supposedly 7 hours is a reasonable minimum, though you can probably get by with less if you're disciplined about it - again, regularity is key. Another really important factor is the removal of disturbances - noise, for one, but more importantly, ANY light at all, even a tiny bit of light, is disruptive of sleep. You will get a much better night's sleep if it's in the pitch black.



Finally, before you go to bed, think about when you want to get up. This will help your body adjust its internal clock properly so your sleep cycle will conclude naturally at the appropriate time. Sounds like mystical mumbo-jumbo, but it works.

Answer 12

Don't watch television or use the computer for a half-hour before you go to bed. Make sure that all lights are off. Lights stimulate chemicals in your brain that keep you alert. They actually suggest that children who play an excessive amount of video games have a difficult time sleeping from all of the light stimulation coming from the television.

When I want to get a good nights sleep, I take deep slow breaths, even If I am still breathing fast. I tend to think of repetitious things, such as ocean waves, that are calm and relaxing, and keep the mind's focus on one thing, instead of different things that keep you stressed.

I keep a pillow between my knees to keep my spine aligned, so that I do not toss and turn trying to find a comfortable position.

Doing that makes ya more tired.

Answer 13

There are several tips I can give you:



1) Make sure you make a lot of physical activity during the day.

2) Make sure your bed is comfortable enough. If you have to pay extra for it, keep in mind that there is no price high enough for a good night sleep.

3) Do not take any cofee or cafeine products (coke, tea, etc) during afternoon or evening hours.

4) If you have too many probems in your mind, keep a notebook writing those in order of importance and details. This will remind you to solve them the day after and not keep them in your mind.

5) I am against any chemical means to have a night sleep, beacause the effects are out of your control and gets addictive and less efficient with time.

6) If you need to drink something, do it with lettuce tea or water.

Answer 14

I rarely ever get a decent nights sleep but I do every now & then.(I have a 3 month old that gets up every 3 hours.



I try to keep a routine ever week night. I eat supper, clean kitchen, fix lunches for next day, and then get a shower. After I wm done with everything I lay in teh bed & discuss my day with my husband. The sound of his voice soothes all my tensions away & I feel less stressed & eventually we both doze off.



Some nights we have to *exercize* alittle to sleep good...

Answer 15

Use a CPAP machine.



I was having difficulty getting quality rest for years, but did not know the cause until my wife told me I snored all the time. When I checked into a sleep clinic for tests, I found that I did have sleep apnea.



Since using a CPAP, I can tell the difference on nights that I use it and nights that I forget to use it. It dramatically changes my quality of sleep.

Answer 16

1. Keep active during the day so that you actually reach a moment in the evening when you are tired. Do some physical exercise and exercise your brain by reading or talking to friends.

2. Set your alarm for 7 hours sleep. (You may need to adjust the amount of sleep you have - some need 8 hours others only 6 - but once you have found how many hours per night you need stick to it most nights. )

Repeat every day. The key is to get your body into the right rhythm.

Answer 17

A couple years back I was a house guest at a friend's cottage and had to sleep on a spare bed in the hall. It was so pitch black dark they had to give me my own flashlight in case I needed to get up. I was last up next morning and didn't want to get up. Sleep was totally relaxing like watching a movie in a very dark thearter. Now I sleep soundly with only one very dim night light on at the far end of the room plus the dim red dial of the digital clock. Also, I've added a small special contoured foam pillow that provides proper neck and back alignment and have wrapped the foam inside a plastic bag inside the pillow case. No more dust and dust mites! I can breathe through my nose again. Now I sleep like a baby (but have richer dreams?). Good luck.

Answer 18

Sleep hygiene is important. Cut out caffeine after lunch time. Reading before going to bed usually will help. Go to bed only when you are sleepy. Keep your bedroom dark and make sure your digital clock is covered with something so it's not glaring at you all night. When you lay down, take 10 long, deep breaths. This is very relaxing. If you still have problems, see your primary care doctor about getting a referral to a sleep specialist. Take care and good luck.

Answer 19

No disturbing TV , exciting, scary etc. before bed. Very cool dark room. Is your bed comfortable, not too hard/soft, saggy or other problems? I like to sleep on air. I put a pillow speaker under my pillow with something boring on the radio, ie: the weather station, some talk show that is boring, or if it works for you soft "elevator music". Play it quiet, like barely heard conversation from another room. Warm soothing bath before bed, maybe a small glass of warmed milk. Fantasize about being somewhere else on an adventure, think it as a story, or a dream, you will want to finish it in your mind but won't be able to because you will fall asleep.

If you wake up too many times, it could possibly be sleep apnea, or other sleep disorder, see a doctor.

Answer 20

When you feel sleepy, directly go to sleep, especially at night; never entertain any thought that will cause disruption in your sleepiness. This is my quick way of getting a good night's sleep.

Second, don't drink too much liquid as the body will excrete it fours hours later when you are in the middle of your sleep and lastly, a short prayer will do induce sleep (i.e. to thank God about the day's activities and a hopeful tomorrow to come). Have a blissful evening and a good sleep, dear...

Answer 21

1) Make sure your bedroom is restful. Clean bedding, comfortable bed, opaque curtains, tidy room without distractions.



2) Have a wind-down routine. Lay the table for breakfast, choose your clothes for tomorrow, pack your bag for work, etc then get washed and undressed, telling yourself you are off duty now. Make sure you have nicely scented soap, face cream, etc to relax you.



3) Once in bed, if you are still wakeful, then read a chapter of a favourite book, drink a soothing drink (herbal tea, hot water, hot chocolate or hot milk are all good). Don't eat a meal just before bed but don't go to bed hungry either. If you are hungry, have a digestive biscuit, banana or bowl of cereal. Have a set time for switching off the light and stick to it.



4) If you find it hard to sleep because of worries, then have a little notepad and pen beside the bed. Write down what worries you and tell yourself that you will deal with it in the morning.



5) Many people find it helpful to pray or meditate while falling asleep.

Answer 22

I have found that not watching television helps. I get upset with all the things going on in the world. Get your mind off of the bad stuff. Get a hammock and lie in it with a good book (not violent) and some tea - preferrably some of the relaxing kind. Make sure you are eating correctly and exercising some. Also, take your multivitamins. I don't really like pills, but if it persists, maybe ask your doctor about a short term prescription to get you back on track. Once on track try to go to bed at the same time if possible.

Answer 23

There is an all natural remedy available otc in most stores. It's called Melatonin. It is naturally made by your body and when your bodies natural levels are low or you are stressed you can't get to sleep. Melatonin that you buy will increase what you are lacking and therefore you will sleep the night through and actually feel rested the next morning. It is perfectly safe and non habit forming. My children have been using it for 2 years and I havbe been using it on/off for about 6 months. Let me know if it helps and sweet dreams to you.

Answer 24

First of all, try getting home at a reasonable hour. If the job is a 9-5, be home by 6-6:30pm. Eat a well-balanced, light meal. Take a warm bath and try to get in bed no later than 10pm. Also, try putting on a soft music station (classical really isn't bad!) I didn't think I could take the music part, but combined with the bath, it really lulled me to sleep. I'm sure it'll work for you.

Answer 25

Let the brain slow down calmly from the exertions of the day. For the last half hour before you go to bed, don't do anything that taxes or worries the brain too much, like catching up with the world news, doing a cryptic crossword or the household accounts or reading Einstein. You could do a few minutes' silent meditation if you have time and an understanding partner.

Answer 26

That's a tough question. There's lots of variables involved in getting a sound nights' sleep. Like having a good mattress to start with. And clean, fresh from the dryer sheets & pillow cases. Also, make sure you spent some time outside, even in really cold weather. Exercise is important too, giving your muscles something to be weary about. Don't eat for at least 3 hours before bed. Make sure your bedroom shades are pulled down, blocking any street or car lights. If, after you've laid in bed for more than 20 minutes and you just can't seem to fall asleep, try putting the radio on a station that plays easy listening music, and put it on low, creating a soothing background noise. They also make machines that play what's called white noise...something to concentrate on that makes it easier to drift off to sleep. It often keeps you asleep too, even if you wake up during the night. Try spraying a soothing aromatherapy fragrance in your room. Putting a little dab of Vicks under your nose can help you breathe better, and giving you something soothing to smell at the same time. Taking a hot shower and using a soothing aromatherapy soap can help you relax too. Taking a sleeping pill isn't always the best last resort, unless you've been unable to get a good nights' sleep for several nights in a row. You might then talk to your doctor about your situation. There might be other reasons why you can't sleep that he can check out. Sometimes, all the days' troubles pile up in your mind at night, and you keep going over and over them, trying to sort them out. Just remember, there's nothing you can do about it during your sleeping hours. Tell yourself that you'll work on it in the morning, giving yourself permission to relax. Besides, night or day, worrying never worked out any situation. These are some of the things that have worked for me. Sometimes, I've had to just stay up all night, answering questions on this site, before I could finally be tired out enough to sleep the next night. Hope some of these tips help. <*)))><

Answer 27

Sometimes I get no dreams,the types of dreams that have daydreams in it and no other "real" dream.I only get those when I'm really tired or just not thinking of anything truly important.

And other times I get real dreams,I get those if I have many things occupying my mind at the moment.

But the ticket to get a good night's sleep is to have a comfortable bed or environment in which things are stable.Relaxed,good mattress,perhaps a little soft to ease or eliminate some of the back pains momentarily.

Drinking would do no good,trust me.

Looking at the stars or trying to not fall asleep works sometimes too.

Answer 28

You've got a lot of good advice.

I find that if I take one cap. 3MG of MELATONIN (SOLARAY) a half hour before bed time in a cool bedroom that I can get quality sleep time. This particular brand has Valermint, a combination of Valerian and peppermint plus vitamin B-6 and other ingredients. As with all over the counter drugs

products read the label and follow directions.

I recommended this product to others and the swear by the results. Good night and sleep tight, and if the bed bugs bite, bite them back. Smile

Answer 29

1)Make sure the bedroom is quiet and dark. Occasional noises, such as aircraft fly-overs disturbs sleep in people.

2)Exercise in the late afternoon.

3)Don't think of the problem when you go to bed. Just forget about it and tell yourself that you will better to solve problems after a good night of sleep.

4)Keep the room temperature comfortable.

5)Go to bed at the same time each night.

6)Avoid taking naps in the middle of the day. Doing so decreases the chance of you being able to go to sleep that night.

Answer 30

you might want to try a better matress. if thats not he case, try buying a cd of water, or something peacefulll, set a small cd player in your bedroom if you dont already, and play the cd at a soft volume. you can also try meditating to some peacefull music before sleeping. you can also try hot tea, before bed, or any combonation of the above. i used to have a horible time falling asleep ans staying that way. i found that these things helped. i found some websites to help you out. 2 are for tips on meditating, and the other is tips for a good nights sleep. if you don't like the meditation part, then don't worry, do whatever workes for you, it might take a while to find something that works.



http://how-to-meditate.org

http://learningmeditation.com

http://www.helpguide.org/life/sleep_tips.htm

Answer 31

Ever feel like you don't want to be in bed when it's time for you to go to sleep, but when you have to get up, you want nothing more than to sleep another 2 or 3 hours?



Try to switch those situations in your mind. As soon as you go to sleep, just think how grateful you are to be in your comfortable bed - think how some guy in Australia is cursing at his alarm clock, and think about how much that guy would love to be you right now, and why. A warm bed is freaking comfy. You just need to make yourself understand that when you go to bed every night.



That's what I needed when I had this problem, anyway. Hope it helps.

Answer 32

I used to have sleeping problem long time ago...... so long that i almost forgot those days until now after reading your question. Now the moment i get into bed i m gone (sleep tight :) ,

how and why?

I now have to kids, one is 3 1/2 yrs and one is just turned 5 months old.................. Now i want to sleep and i can, only if someone else could take care of my kids. So when i go to bed after finishing ( or leaving something for other day) my work. I don't have to wait for good night';s sleep as i m now blessed with good night's sleep.

Answer 33

I learned this when desperate: Lay in bed. Begin with the feet. Tell your feet that you can no longer feel them and that they are warm all over, they are relaxed and ready for bed. Move to the calves and ankles. Move to the thighs. Get to the tummy. Tell your tummy all is well and that you are now ready for bed. You are warm and fuzzy, ready for sleep. Tell it to relax. The mind has command, you know. Tell the arms. Get to the shoulders. Then you get to that wonderful mind, remind it that it needs to wind down so you can have a healthy body, be productive, and use the mind to the fullest. It take ten minutes or so and it works. Got the tip from Carolyn Myss, PhD who has a web-site. Go there, check it out. It's free.

Answer 34

From personal experience I would get in a comfprtable reasonaly dark place where you can relax. Try to let go all the stresses of th day. Earlier beforehand try to wind down before you rest by reading or watching TV. From the experts : don't drink cafeinne or do strenous excercise right before sleeping. Think positive sleep well!

Answer 35

Try to get regular hours, set a comfortable temperature and make sure nobody wakes you up.



I don't agree with taking drugs to get to sleep, unless there is some underlying reason, such as illness or anxiety that prevents relaxation and sleep.



It's best to eat a while before bedtime and try to empty the bladder shortly before going to bed. I usually wake up after about four hours, but can usually get back to sleep without any problems.

Answer 36

I work my butt off really hard during the day so by the time I get the chance to lay my head on a pillow or anything that remotely resembles a pillow I am out like a rock and get some quality sleep.

Answer 37

Make sure the room is silent and dark, the air is cool (cooler air temp tells the body its time to sleep) and the bed is warm. Also try a glass of warm milk. Milk contains an amino acid called Tryptophan a natural relaxer and its hard to sleep on an empty stomach.

Answer 38

I used to really have a hard time sleeping, waking up at any noise. I cured that living in London with 4 French roommates. Now I can sleep through armageddon or at least a frenchman singing opera.

I find that a routine works. I sleep 8 hours a night. I go to sleep at 11 and wake up at 7, even on weekends (unless I am out later, but I don't let myself sleep past 9). I find that if I excercise later in the day I have a harder time falling asleep so I work out in the morning or at lunch. If I have something on my mind I do yoga, and it helps relaxes me.

Answer 39

Well, your head needs to be clear. If you have too much going on upstairs, it can be very difficult to fall asleep. Learn to quiet your mind and relax for a while before bed, too. If you work-out before bed you are going to be hampered from sleep as well because your body is too wound up to sleep.



If you have trouble quieting your mind, there is a medication that can be taken once before bed. It is temporary as I needed to take it for a month and that helped a lot. They used to play commercials about it all the time and probably still do. You know what I'm talking about. It's a safe drug.



Hope this helps.

Answer 40

It's best to sleep in a cool, dark room. If you have trouble with light, I suggest getting an eye mask. You can get them fairly cheap at drug stores. If you're having trouble with noise, ear plugs are very inexpensive and will block out any noise. In terms of sleeping through the night, it's best to establish a schedule and stick to it. Going to sleep and waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends, is best, because your body will adjust to "sleeping" time versus "awake" time. Sweet dreams!

Answer 41

You have asked a good question here. Regrettably you brought it to a location on the Internet where good people could unintentionally give you bad counsel, even as I have done, here on Yahoo Answers. Your question is more important than that and you should seek a more qualified assessment than you might find here.



If you can't sleep you really should go see your doctor. I did and I'll be going in next month for a sleep study to find out what is really going on with my sleep problems.



There are some places on the Internet you can type keywords in to find web sites with a world of information that can help. Some are http://search.yahoo.com , http://google.com , and http://Ask.com just to name a few. There are other search engines on the Internet that are highly specialized in the kind of help you seek such as http://www.webmd.com/.



Good luck in your sleep endeavors and I hope you find the answers you seek.

Jon

Answer 42

Disconnect the phone, shut your cell phone, warm up some milk, get in PJ's and run the bath lukewarm to hot, add bubble bath soap into it. Light up some soothing candles in the bathroom. drink the milk, lay in the tub and close out the world. Relax. let all the tensions leave your body. Once you feel totally relaxed and loose, dry up, back in your PJ's and hit the sack. Make sure there is no light source in the room. Cover up, close your eyes and you will be able to sleep.



Once you get up 8 or 9 hours later remember to reconnect your phone and activate your cell phone. get into a ROUTINE every night and you will be able to get to the point where you will sleep as soon as your head hits the pillow. Thats how fast I fall asleep.

Answer 43

Try: cutting out caffeine a few hrs before u go to bed, physical activity that will enhance ur body's ability to want to rest, & I do that putting "thoughts" on the shelf at night thing too--amazing that someone else does that, I must've heard it on t/v. or the radio? Anywhoo, I don't condone drinking alcohol because it's addicting & u will need more & more over time to get to sleep. Hope this helps ya!

Answer 44

Do not drink anything with caffeine in it after noon time and try not to worry about things when you go to bed.Give yourself 7 or 8 hours and maybe use a little lavender aromatherapy . You also need a comfortable good mattress and a decent pillow.The room needs to be a comfortable temperature for you.If all this still doesn't work, try the herb valerian root.Good luck!!

Answer 45

I try to keep my dinner to a medium don't overstuff myself but don't starve myself either. (Thats at about 7PM) After 8PM I do not eat anything else for the evening. About 9:30 I warm some milk on the stove. (Regular size mug) add a bit of vanilla extract and 1 equal. At about 10:30 i am ready to sleep. I have to keep my feet covered cause the slightest chill will keep me awake. After that the milk takes over & I am out for the evening.

Answer 46

1. Don't sleep over 6-7 hours cos you will feel lack of energy during the day.

2. Don't watch any scary movies or anything that make your heart beats fast.

3. Drink milk cos the protein will help you sleep.

Answer 47

How do I? I don't and I wish I did. I have really bad insomnia. It comes and goes throughout the year.

Good question, though and I shall put it on my watch list because there are some interesting answers on here.

Ambien does work. It will put you back on a regular sleep schedule. Other than that...don't try and force yourself. It will only make it worse. Good luck and good night.

Answer 48

By winding down before bed. An hour before you are to go to sleep just relax, turn off the TV, listen to some soft music or read a book.

Answer 49

I agree with Sarge.

I used to play Disney's Fantasia or some ballet suite music for my siblings- It worked like a charm each and every time! Also try meditation. Focus on your breathing instead of your work day. Massage your temples slowly with light pressure, or try resting your head on a heating pad.

Physical activity can wear you down physically. Try a brisk walk or swimming. A hot shower after a good workout is really great!

Answer 50

I can not fall asleep without a fan and when I was younger and had friends sleep over they fell asleep really fast when I had the fan on.. After that they all now use a fan to fall asleep even if it is a cold day.. I don't know if this might work for you but it works wonders for me so give it a try..

Answer 51

choose your time. follow it religiously. make it a habit. when you choose to sleep at 12, you'll close you eyes at 12, and do it regularly. make sure you'll sleep for approximately 6 hrs. less or more isn't good either. after a week your body system will be comfortably following the habit. later you'll discover you'll be having a decent nights sleep.

Answer 52

Get a dog to walk with and then begin walking 2 or 3 miles everytime that you can.You will both love it.

If you can get to a spot that is more peaceful than the middle of town,then do that.

There are places that you can go into safely with a dog than when alone.

They are a walking alarm system and they need you as much as you need them.

They will always be ready for that walk and they will prompt you for it when you get too busy.

The dog need not be a big one,a small one can out walk you.

It can change your life and prove to be a lot of fun.

Answer 53

I do what the sleep experts say, keep my bedroom dark, no tv, no food in bed, no lap top. I listen to music or tv programs that aren't jarring or noisy about an hour before . I also tend to do the square breathing exercises when I lie down. Empty my mind of any thoughts or worries while I inhale for four beats, hold it four beats and exhale for four beats as I count down mentally from forty.



Have yet to make it to one.

Answer 54

Do some workout or some physical activity and take warm water bath before sleeping and still if that doesn't work, pick ur subject book (some history sort of) , try turning couple of pages and u'll surely sleep ..

Answer 55

Make sure when you go to sleep the room you're sleeping in is compleatly DARK.

Also, eat losts of almonds and sleepy food stuff a few hours before you go to sleep

;-)



oh and have a comfy bed that you like

Answer 56

I used to have this problem then I took some Melatonin 2-3 tabs 20minutes before bedtime, that used to bring the Sandman on.....You can also try Magnesium........Valerian root takes couple of days to work.....Also take a nice warm shower/bath when you come home from work, that should help you relax....Also have a good dinner close to bedtime, so you are not hungry when you go to bed.

Answer 57

After all the chores are down, and the kids are in bed. All I have to do is lay down. Doesn't matter what time, I lay down I go to sleep. Now if I could eliminate the need to get up early and go to work, I could get a really good night's sleep.

Answer 58

try to read a book while lying down on the bed, it's kinda uncomfortable so after a while u'll unconciously throw it on a side and fall asleep. Otherwise u can try a half hour workout before taking a nice bath and go to bed. That works pretty well but it's time consuming.

Answer 59

Just get to bed early enough.



I usually sleep like a baby if I can get to bed early enough. I'm usually pretty tired, but just bring myself to go to bed very early. I typically get 5-6 hours of sleep during the week, and 8-11 hours on the weekends when I'm off work.

Answer 60

Firdt take anice long walk after supper,if you can on beach,the fresh air will make you tired when you get home,then take nice long bubble bath,not hot,that will wake you up more!Put on something that feels soft and silkie to sleep in,Make sure bed has fresh sheets!Pour your self a small glass of wine,sip it,one hour before sleep!I garentee you will sleep like a baby!{if you can not drink alcohol,try heating small glass of milk in microwave for 15 secounds,So it is loke warm!}Good luck!hollywood!

Answer 61

I take "ambien" to sleep at nite. At first it was great. now it seems to linger in the AM hrs. and realy messes my morning up. All/most of the nite time medicine contains acetametaphin. this, in time is not good for your body. It's the diphahydromine that makes you drowsy. Cunsuming alcohol may lead to a bad habit forming sleep-aid. Sometimes depression and or anxiety causes your mind to race when your laying there with nothing else to think about. Im pretty sure that most of us will be "watching" for the best "answer", here...good luck ya'll : )

Answer 62

If you don't like sleeping pills then try carbs. Bread or Meat (anything hard to digest). Also try very hard to clear your mind of everything. This is not easy. If you go down a mental rabbit trail then just gently push the thought aside. All these work but the best is good old sleeping pills.



GOD bless ya

Answer 63

Sometimes i put lavender scent all over the pillow...(only if..i was too tired and couldnt get some sleep...) but mostly, i turned out the light, hug my pillow, close my eyes, think about good things (only good things..dont ever think about business or problems...u only ended up counting goat) n..have a great sleep (n sweet dream) :-)

Answer 64

do as many as you vac from the following points:



1. take a hot bath

2. take a hot cup with milk or tea or boiled wine (there are some special types of wine and some recepies with some herbs and stuff)

3. (important) take a nice massage

4. close all lights, electronical devices, devices that have moving parts

5. dress something confortable or nothing at all if you can

6. try (and succed) to not think about any kind of bad things, or things you have to do

7. try (for at least couple of days to not have to wake up early



8. good luck

Answer 65

Take a warm soak, get ready for bed. Kiss everybody goodnight, turn on the fan and get under the covers. If I can't get to sleep because of aches and pains then I will take an Advil and try again. If you are having trouble, picture yourself already asleep in your mind. it will work.

Answer 66

By living right, turn the ac to say around 73 and stay up to around 12 mid-night then sleep like a log for 5.5-6 hrs Usually works for me

Answer 67

One tends to lose sleep because of stresses of everyday life.Whether it be anything from a work deadline or a school assignment,we stress over it.When it weighs on our minds it becomes almost impossible get rid of,but dont allow that to happen.Control your thoughts and know when they need to be put aside for a later time,such as when you need sleep.Now,first off i would recommend drinking a warm cup of decaffinated tea or a cup of warm milk.This will help you settle and calm yourself.Next,relax your mind and put those nagging thoughts out of your mind.Allow yourself to relax and understand that those things can be finished at a later time.Get into bed,and lay there,and allow yourself to relax.Those nagging thoughts and pressures are all in your mind nothing more.Once you allow yourself to release those thoughts and allow yourself to relax you will start to feel your muscles relax and release themselves of tension and you will in turn start to feel tired or sleepy and you will begin to drift off.Good luck and i hope this works for you.



P.S. I would not suggest you use an over the counter sleep aid as one can become dependant on them.Also,it is in your mind and you do not need any medication to be able to relax yourself.

Answer 68

1- No caffeine after 12 noon.



2- No alcohol.



3- Sex helps.



4- Eat at least three hours before bed.



5- Take a warm bath.



6- Read something comforting.



7- Put on classical music just as you crawl in.

Answer 69

Try having two kids--one 15mth old and a 15 yr old. That right there will make anyone tired enough to have a good nights sleep everynight.

Answer 70

Monstrous amounts of sex just before!!! lol

Also....... go to bed when you feel tired, not too much after that time or strictly by the clock either. Exercise is of the utmost importance to health and a good workout or run will add to your solid rest. Try those new foam mattresses. We spent 2400.00 on a king size one and it was an excellent investment. They

contour to your body. You rest better.

Answer 71

As u can see by my user name i am the least likely person to give out advice for this Q



normally i stay up for about 76 hours then when im feeling a bit tired i lay down on a bed of nails(carefully) as this relaxes me, i thern switch the tv on with no sound as i h8 the dark and watch whateer junk is on untill......until my missus gets the hump wiv me and smacks me so hard over my i head i fall into a deep 10 minute slumber.....then im raring to go for another 76 hours or so........ Repeat cycle till wife leaves me.

Answer 72

I work my tail off during the day at work, and then exercise four mornings a week and by the end of the day I am pretty tired. Sleep is no problem for me.

Answer 73

you don't say how old you are as we get older our bodies need less sleep ergo:less sleep. I do not have any bright lights on and I avoid looking at any light (TV) as it is thought to reset your body's sleep/wake rhythms...also i cannot sleep on an empty stomach i am good w/ yogurt or a piece of string cheese! OK hot COCOA is fab! and I listen to classical music (low) it distracts me enough from thinking to help me slip into sleepy-ville...If I awaken... I let my mind slide along on the music notes...and zzzzzzzz...OH!...i cannot do anything exciting like watch the news and I do meditate while horizontal...and sometimes I listen to Depaak Chopra's Rumi poetry...yes!

Answer 74

First, you should make your bed as comfortable as possible. Then, you should free your mind of all worries of the day. If that doesn't work, perhaps a sleep aid is needed, but usually if you're tired you can fall asleep rather quickly if you're totally relaxed.

Answer 75

Sleep tips for the perpetually awake

From MayoClinic.com

Special to CNN.com



Go to bed and get up at about the same time every day, even on the weekends. Sticking to a schedule helps reinforce your body's sleep-wake cycle and can help you fall asleep better at night.



Don't eat or drink large amounts before bedtime. Eat a light dinner about two hours before sleeping. If you're prone to heartburn, avoid spicy or fatty foods, which can make your heartburn flare and prevent a restful sleep. Also, limit how much you drink before bed. Too much liquid can cause you to wake up repeatedly during the night for trips to the bathroom.



Avoid nicotine and caffeine. These are addictive stimulants that can keep you awake. Smokers often experience withdrawal symptoms at night, and smoking in bed is dangerous. Avoid caffeine for eight hours before your desired bedtime. Your body doesn't store caffeine, but it does take many hours for it to eliminate the stimulant and its effects.



Exercise regularly. Regular physical activity, especially aerobic exercise, can help you fall asleep faster and make your sleep more restful. Don't exercise within two hours of your bedtime, however. Exercising right before bed may make getting to sleep more difficult.



Make your bedroom cool, dark, quiet and comfortable. Create a room that's ideal for sleeping. Adjust the lighting, temperature, humidity and noise level to your preferences. Use blackout curtains, eye covers, earplugs, extra blankets, a fan, a humidifier or other devices to create an environment that suits your needs.



Make your bedroom cool, dark, quiet and comfortable. Create a room that's ideal for sleeping. Adjust the lighting, temperature, humidity and noise level to your preferences. Use blackout curtains, eye covers, earplugs, extra blankets, a fan, a humidifier or other devices to create an environment that suits your needs.



Sleep primarily at night. Daytime naps may steal hours from nighttime slumber. Limit daytime sleep to less than one hour and don't nap later than 3 p.m. If you work nights, keep your window coverings closed so that sunlight, which adjusts the body's internal clock, doesn't interrupt your sleep. If you have a day job and sleep at night, but still have trouble waking up, leave the window coverings open and let the sunlight wake you up.



Choose a comfortable mattress and pillow. Features of a good bed are subjective and differ for each person. But make sure you have a bed that's comfortable. If you share your bed, make sure there's enough room for two. Children and pets are often disruptive, so you may need to set limits on how often they sleep in bed with you.



Start a relaxing bedtime routine. Do the same things each night to tell your body it's time to wind down. This may include taking a warm bath or shower, reading a book, or listening to soothing music. Relaxing activities done with lowered lights can help ease the transition between wakefulness and sleepiness.



Go to bed when you're tired and turn out the lights. If you don't fall asleep within 30 minutes, get up and do something else. Go back to bed when you're tired. Don't agonize over falling asleep. The stress will only prevent sleep.



Use sleeping pills only as a last resort. Check with your doctor before taking any sleep medications. He or she can make sure the pills won't interact with your other medications or with an existing medical condition. Your doctor can also help you determine the best dosage. If you do take a sleep medication, reduce the dosage gradually when you want to quit, and never mix alcohol and sleeping pills. If you feel sleepy or dizzy during the day, talk to your doctor about changing the dosage or discontinuing the pills.



This and additional info can be found at my source.

Answer 76

Here's a few tips:

1)Get a Dream catcher (a native Indian sleep catcher, they do work!)

2)Get a good book

3)Make you house as quiet as possible



I think if you do some of these you will sleep much better!



Hope I helped!

Answer 77

you should start by getting up early.doing some physical activity before dinner.having dinner no later than 8 p.m and then go for a 15 minute walk.go to bed a read a book and soon enough you should feel tired.well good night.

Answer 78

Hi, I find Indian head massage, reiki or aromatherapy to be amazing in helping you sleep. Contact a local therapist and maybe they will be able o visit you before you go to bed and you will have great night sleep Dochsa.co.uk

Answer 79

Well, you gotta find a bed that is best for you. Not too soft, not too hard. Make your room as cozy as you think you'll like it. Empty your bladder, then have small (4oz) of very warm milk and sip on it then Go to bed! Sipping on the milk will sedate you to help you fall asleep. Having an Empty bladder will help you STAY alseep.lol



Good luck!

Answer 80

Take a Bikram yoga class. You will sleep like a baby. I promise!



Find a class near you with the "class finder":

http://www.bikramyoga.com



Don't be intimidated by the poses on the website-those people have been practicing for YEARS! All levels, all ages take the classes.



Namaste.

Answer 81

If you get on a regular schedule, get up early every morning and keep busy with a good outlook about what you do, eat fortifying food, don't stress about everyday occurances and generally be happy you should sleep well.

Answer 82

Go to sleep at the same time every night. Leave EVERYTHING on your mind on the other side of the bedroom door, it will still be there for you to carry on with in the morning.

Answer 83

What usually works for me is working out in the evening, coming home to take a nice long shower and by that time Im ready to hit the sack.

Answer 84

Do some honest, Hard work. I don't mean computer crap or talking on the phone Confess your sins, and don't do anything you should feel guilty about! No coffee, caffeine, or other drugs, Then go to sleep, and leave tomorrow for tomorrow..

Answer 85

You can try using herbal supplements like valerian root (with or without hops), melatonin, and/or holy basil extract. You may also want to try having one glass of red wine before bed or a cup of decaffeinated chamomile tea before bed. I wouldn't recommend using over-the-counter sleep aids because they interfere with REM sleep, and that's the sleep you need (READ: The OTC stuff will leave you feeling tired, dopey, cranky, etc., the next day). If none of those work, you should see your doctor.

Answer 86

Try taking melatonin, it's worked wonders for me. Also make sure your mattress is decent and perhaps hire a hit man to take out the road crew working outside your *@!$*&#! bedroom window! Or, if you live above a bowling alley and below another bowling alley, you might want to move.

Answer 87

Whenever I exercise, or do something vigorous during the day, it would surely mean that I would get a good long and restful sleep at night. I guess exercise helps. :)

Answer 88

Work all day and put in some overtime, go grocery shopping, get home put it away, make dinner, clean it up, take the dog for a walk, try to get in some time with your family and by then you'll be running for your pillow!!!!

Answer 89

I just lay down at night and fall to sleep until about the next morning.

Answer 90

go to bed at 8:00 or 9:00 instead of 10 11 or 12

Answer 91

destressing and finding comfort is whats needest most to get a good nights sleep, in this hectic world its getting harder and harder. Try a cool dark room with some gentle relaxing sounds playing in the background, they must be repetitive so you will find yourself lulled to sleep, i hope.

Answer 92

drink some warm milk with a dash of honey..n then take a warm shower before you hit the sack.believe me!.this really does wonders!! Also make sure that your bedroom's properly ventilated and that it's kept clean and uncluttered..wear comfortable clothing (nothin which hugs to your skin or itchy)..readin a good book in bed works too (ofcourse that depends on whether u enjoy it)..

Answer 93

There are couple of things you can try,

@Have a bath before you go to bed, so that you can get mentally and physically realxed

@When you are at bed, close your eyes, try not to think about things which disturbs you, try not to get emotional, and if its really necessary to think about anything, try thinking yourself as you are on a beach, blue sky, blue water, cold air n all.. and keeps thinking like that and finally you will get a good sleep. simple :)

Answer 94

Exercise-cardiovascular and resistance training...along with much of the advice above, eat right, eliminate a lot of electrical items from your room, keep the room for sleep and sex...take a hot bath, and something I am looking into, trying those memory foam mattresses...let me know if you try it!

Answer 95

Drink hot chocolate then sleep alone in a cold room with a thick duvet

Answer 96

Hi,



I am a die hard insomniac. I was even on Ambien CR for awhile, and all it did was make me hallucinate! You really just have to calm yourself down. So, turn off the tv, the lights, and just breathe. Literally. I take deep breaths, and try to focus on only my breathing. 6 counts inhale and 6 counts exhale. Counting in your head will help you focus on the breathing, and anytime your mind starts to wander you tell it to stop. Really. In your mind, just say stop...and go back to counting out your breaths.



You'll fall asleep and won't even realize it!

Answer 97

First of all go to bed in a quiet, dark, bedroom. Some soft music helps also. I have the same problem and this works best for me.

Answer 98

ooo i think i can answer ur question.well first take a long warm shower or bath but i kinda recommend a shower. then fix ur bed real nice with really fluffy pillows. then ask ur husband or roommate if they can massage u for a while and it really relaxes u. then since ur feel so good and relaxed you will able to sleep like a baby.

Answer 99

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Answer 100

Watch tv for a long time til you go to sleep

Answer 101

u get decent night sleep if u pass the day in help the needies poor and deserving people and sepread love between them

Answer 102

going to bed before midnight helps alot, at times i wear a blindfold to help keep the sun out the next morning. but for me a blindfold along with the alarm on(when i need an alarm) works very well for me!(also making sure i'm covered enough with blankets too)

Answer 103

Don't start sleeping only when you feel really tired? And don't sleep toO much toO. Haha..i think our body has a natural "alarm-clock"system... Sleeping early and waking up early is good.

Answer 104

I try to read or watch tv before I go to bed. I also am trying not to eat right before bed or drink a lot of liquids so I have to get up and go to the bathroom. Try getting up and going to bed at the same time each day to develop a pattern.



If all else fails try Unisom or something.

Answer 105

I don't. I'm an incurable insomniac but i make good use of the time now because the house is quiet I can get a lot done.

Answer 106

I take a long warm bath before I go to sleep.

Answer 107

Melitonin

Answer 108

Swami Ramdev's Pranayama yoga(easy breathing exercises) help greatly to reduce stress and eliminates Insomnia.

Answer 109

Forget all your worries!

Jus think that u are the gifted one.

You ll get a decent enough sleep!

Answer 110

My doctor has put me on anbein an I have had full night sleep since I started taking them three years ago .

Answer 111

Here's my routine: Exercise, hot bath (pleasuring bath), 3 melatonin, read a few pages of a book, and there you are. Excercise tires the body, book eases the mind, pleasuring bath takes out sexual frustration...no stress, g'night

Answer 112

Clean sheets fresh and cool with baby pwder sprinkled all over and the softness of a Feather Pillow and you will sleep and not wake up.

Answer 113

eat turkey, hot milk, make sure you're sleeping on a decent mattress

Answer 114

Avoid all in the mind, noise free, do some mental attacks of enemies, kids, parents, or boss whatever, close your eyes and be prepared for your rude awakening.

Answer 115

Take 2 Benadryl about a 1/2 hour to 45 minutes before bed. You will be good to go.

Answer 116

Get access to a hot tub...relax yourself in a nice hot soak for bout 15-20 minutes...during your soak though clear your mind..let go of all thoughts ....empty your head ...relax...soak...and your good to go..and a nice workout that excercises your muscles prior to soaking helps if you so desire... if no hot tub available soak in tub...with epson salt to insure your muscles the relaxation they so deserve...F.Y.I. Epson salt is GREAT for numerous reasons

1.eases aches and pains

2.Helps to rid cuts and bruises quicker

3. Also excellent for those nonstop bleeds..it stops the bleeding.

Hope I could help

ENJOY YOUR SLEEP:)

GOOD LUCK TO YA!

Answer 117

i use tablets called Min-trans my moms cyropracter gave them to me when my mom menchented to him that i had truble sleeping take about 6 20 min pefore u go 2 sleep and you will almost sertenly fall asleep quicker and sleep the whole night through



(if u can't find then look for them at whole foods they cary stuff like that)

Answer 118

i listen to my MP3 player before i go to bed and then fall asleep with the MP3 player still on...it makes you relax-the music-and another good tip is that if you have one of those small water fountains-the portable kind- in your room, put it to good use: the soothing sound of water also makes you want to fall asleep faster...do not drink any caffinated drinks, eat chocolate not sweets after 7pm...also, no coffee, frappucinos, etc! for me the best way to fall asleep is to have a hard day, then go and work out after you have dinner, take a shower and listen to music...sweet dreams...

Answer 119

I count my blessings, naming them one by one. I fall asleep and wake refreshed the next morning. I usually start with thanking the Lord for waking me that morning, getting me up and on my way. Then I thank Him for my home, family, friends, job, etc. I drive so I ensure a "Thank You" for getting to and from and protecting me from all dangers. Usually, I am sleep long before I get to all the above.

Answer 120

It amounts to a good schedule and tiring but fulfilling work as well as the ability to put said work behind you at bedtime.



To sleep well, start with your schedule. I don't know what your life is like, but here's the basic idea:

When you wake, slowly gear up for the day. You might meditate or watch the news (though it can be upsetting, whether you realize it or not), or read the paper with a cup of coffee. Find what works to make your morning relaxing and enjoyable and make that your routine. If you exercise, do that after you have geared up and then stretched, and follow with a shower and breakfast. What you do after this may vary-- it could be things around the house, errands, or work outside the home. Like I said, though, make sure it is something that fulfills you in some way and tires out your body, but involves movement. If you sit at a computer all day for work, get up and move on your breaks and do some of the same for lunch. Conversely, make sure you use your breaks to sit and relax if you spend the whole workday on your feet and/or moving around, which is the case for me. When your job stops being fulfilling, it is time to re-evaluate and decide if you need to find a new line of work. Otherwise, you will suffer sleepless nights over being unsatisfied. When you get off work, are done with your house work and errands, it is time to wind down for the day. Find something quiet that you enjoy. You might be the type to watch TV to wind down, or you might like to write or draw. Personally, I try to avoid TV. If I watch it, I get hooked and fall asleep some hours later in an uncomfortable position. If I choose to watch it, I have to set a limit and choose something fun and calming, like short TV comedies (Bernie Mac, Simpsons, King of the Hill). I do NOT reccomend the news before bed at all. (Frankly, I think it is much more calming to learn the news of current events from the internet. It would do the world well to abandon TV news, which stresses us unnecessarily from the drama. Newspapers are better, but messy and frustrating (the folding and ink smudges). With the internet, we can control what we see much better and find out specific information faster, all in a more calm way.) I often allow myself to watch only a little TV, if I know something good is on, or a fun movie, if I have time, and wind down completely by drawing and writing story ideas and noting the day in my journal. I avoid drinking anything for an hour or two before bed (also do not drink coffee, especially, from late afternoon-- or 4 to 6 hours before bed-- and do not exercise later in the day,either), use the bathroom and change into relaxing clothes right before bed, lay down, get comfortable, say my prayers (this is relaxing and part of my routine), and close my eyes. If sleep does not come right away, it is a problem of mind or body. To relax the body, I tense every muscle in my body and hold the tension for a few seconds and then release it. This allows the muscles to relax and usually allows me to go right to sleep. If I am still awake, it is a problem of mind. I try to banish all thoughts or cover them with a bedtime story I make up, something fantastical and unreal. I'll imagine I'm a princess in another world or that I've found a genie in a bottle and what I'd wish for or that I won a trip to see the world and envision what I'd see. The idea is that it is a self-guided movie in my head and it puts me right to sleep unless my thoughts are too loud to banish. My last resort, which I haven't needed in a while, is to put headphones on and listen to Tranquility, a CD of relaxing sounds, or to one of the others like it.

Hope this helps you.

Oh, I forgot-- I sometimes take a warm bath before bed to relax. I discovered that the petunia-scented bath products kept me awake, though. Also avoid peppermint and a few other aromas that induce wakefulness (look up aromatherapy and learn which do that). Whether it will work for you or not, Rose scents work for me. Musky rose during the day keeps me sedate and on a fairly even keel. Milky rose at night, in a bath, lets me sleep like a baby and I skip the body mind stuff because the bath take care of all that. You might also try winding down with a body massager and foot bath, which also helps a tired body and you can watch TV or a movie or do something on a computer, read or write or draw to wind down while you get a massage and footbath-- multitasking and being pampered, relaxing and rewarding, all at the same time!!!

Answer 121

Forget all your problems before going to bed. How? Read your favorite book then you fall asleep well at night.

Answer 122

It's a little somethin' I like to call Ambien CR.

Answer 123

I have to exercise regularly or my sleep is effected. Also, no caffiene after 5 pm.

Answer 124

Soma, Sex, and Sauvignon (Cabernet that is). Also ignore Knonacs advice. Enjoy life. Go with the flow and everything falls into place.

Answer 125

I have allergies...and I take an allergy pill when I can't sleep. Out like a light.



Other than that I use "white noise" to stay asleep.

Answer 126

Tylonol PM

Answer 127

A mixture of benadryl and tylenol pm does it for most people but you should follow the directions as for the dosage.

Answer 128

if you suffer from depression than i suggest you listen to depressing music and cry yourself to sleep. and unless you just cant get a good night sleep than you should get sleeping pills. or otherwise your just not used to you're bed and it is uncomfortable.

Answer 129

you can get a decent night of sleepin by getting at least6 to 8 hrs of sleep if that doesnt work then it migt be the mattress that your sleeping on.

Answer 130

Drugs, 500 MG of trazadone!

Answer 131

be active throughout the day by not taking naps, that will surely put you to sleep soundly, but remember to sleep early.

Answer 132

Leave your window open before going to bed to air the room, don't exercise before beddy pie, listen to relaxing music.

Answer 133

I'll tell you, you can't use it very often (at least I can't) because of stomach discomfort the next day but for ocassional use aspirin is an incredibly potent sleep aid.

Answer 134

don't eat much spicy food before you sleep. you may try a glass of milk.off your alarm clock even on holydays.you can find some tips here

Answer 135

Before you go to bed do the following:

Do not consume alcohol

Eat carbohydrates

Have some plain yoghurt

Take a shower

When you are in bed, think happy thoughts, remember each good person in your life, do not plan tomorrow, think of work or think of any problems.

Answer 136

Darker room, lay down on your most comfortable position, celtic music is excellent and also think of relaxing thoughts.

Answer 137

Take a nice walk a few hours before bedtime!

Answer 138

I turn on some jazz, set the timer for 60 minutes, close my eyes, and eventually lapse into unconsciousness.

Kenny G puts me right out.

Answer 139

First of all don't listen to the radio to fall as sleep.

Drink chamomile tea or plain yogurt those will help you relax.

Don't eat 4 hours bed.

Answer 140

Halicon

Answer 141

buy some melotonin aned take one 30-45 minutes before going to bed

Answer 142

When I go to sleep early

Answer 143

Dear friend,

Please share the best answer...If I knew, would I be answering questions at 1:00 am?:-)

May you find the answer that matches your personality and lifestyle.

Answer 144

do not think of anything or let your mind wonder especially do not thing of any blunders that u hav done before it will spoil ur sleep.........just calm down and jus relax ..........you r sure to have a good sleep

GOOD NIGHT

Answer 145

Get out of bed on time, that way you will be sleepy the next night and will fall asleep easy.

Answer 146

Doing alot of physical activity before bed or simply relaxing.

Answer 147

i have this problem myself ive tried over the couter remedys and hot chocolate etc ive even tried reading or staying up late i find i can fall asleep watching tv but when i go to bed i cant sleep i used to find a little nip of whiskey helped if its because your mind is active try writing down what you are thinking about it helps some people in my case i have temperature problems an age thing if its that with you you have my sympathy because it wont end until the flushes do if not try the other sugestions happy dreams hopefully

Answer 148

Ambien

Answer 149

Switch Off your cell phone and go to bed early.

Answer 150

Warm milk is yummy. Especially if it has a shot of Buttershots or Bailey's in it.

Answer 151

I sometimes take Tylenol PM. It seems to work and i dont feel tired the next day.

Answer 152

no caffeene after 6pm, no sweets after 6pm, no heavy excersing after 7pm, light snack such as celery with ranch dressing, and a relaxing shower or bath before bed, the heat will open your pores and relax your muscles

Answer 153

Take Melatonin. Your body makes it so it isnt a drug, its non addictive, it is cheap.



Also, white noise works wonders!! And make sure your room is cool (temperature-wise). Taking a shower before bed helps, too.

Answer 154

Turn off the lights and look at T.V. until you fall to sleep.

Answer 155

cut out caffeine and then if that still does not work, take a sleeping pill

Answer 156

eat banana and milk that will give decent sleep

Answer 157

physical excercise. iam a care giver..so i stay in shape by walking 5 miles almost everyday..mostly in the sand at beach..where i can push my leg muscles to work harder-thus burn more calories. also, i come here to waste away any excess boredom-LOL

Answer 158

Try taking off your clothes and putting on your jim-jams. Also, a couple of large ports should see you off nicely.

Answer 159

physical excercise. iam a care giver..so i stay in shape by walking 5 miles almost everyday..mostly in the sand at beach..where i can push my leg muscles to work harder-thus burn more calories. also, i come here to waste away any excess boredom-LOL

Answer 160

Beats me. Until my body tells me it's an absolute necessity, it seems like a total waste of time to me.

Answer 161

Try the new sleep aid Rozerem. It's non-narcotic and non-habit forming. I know several people who' ve tried it and they say it works great.

Answer 162

hot shower, warm sheets, soft pillow, pitch dark. i find that in the hour before going to bed, watching tv doesn't help, but having sexual release helps immensely.

Answer 163

depending at what time you sleep you have to get at least 8 hours

Answer 164

a glass of wine and watch CNN. that always puts me to sleep

Answer 165

buy some tylenol.p.m. this is a over the counter medicine and has less efects than pricribed sleeping pills which are adictive . my opion?

Answer 166

if you cannot sleep on your then you need to go to your doctor to help you sleep. probably you are stress out. maybe you need to take a pill to sleep

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First, you can take a sleep pill, but make sure you don't overuse it. Second, you can buy one of those sleepnumber beds or tempur-pedic beds.

Answer 168

go on calm nice place..and stay quit..for about 15 mins..

maybe the beach..



then...go back home and lay on bed...and feel the magic.

also positive thinking...say to yourself...

today i will sleep much better !

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do a shot of NyQuil (or how ever you spell it) a 1/2 hour before you go down.

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Have 2 Shots of Tequilla

Answer 171

When you find out please let me know, haven't had a decent nights sleep in 7 years....

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switch the radio over to AM. search for a spot between the station that causes staticky noises, then turn it down just enough to hear but not enough to be a bother. the statics are called white noises. it's what babies hear while they are in their mother's womb. it's comforting to them. we all know that babies are the hardest to please. so, if a baby can fall asleep to that, you should be able to.

Answer 173

i get drink so much beer that i cannot see straight then i go lay on the couch i wake up 17 hours later feelin very refreshed

Answer 174

dont try staying in bed till u sleep b/c then ull just get more tired nd ull wake up easily... try opening a window it helps mee =]

Answer 175

Smoke a large quanitity of marjiuana several hours before turning in.

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a good matress a decent diet and watch tv it will help u fall asleep faster

Answer 177

If you work all day you'll be so tired you'll sleep at night!

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if i knew that i wouldnt be here at 3:00 in the morning



supposedly it has something to do with laying in your bed with your eyes shut real tight though

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You need a very quiet and dark room, and at least 9 hours.

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drink a cup of milk. then listen to easy listening music. stoff like wind and trees.

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I read a little it sometimes gets me so drowsey I fall asleep in my book!

Answer 182

Me and my boyfriend make very passionate love and then fall asleep in each others arms.

Answer 183

Lol, first I issue a threat and then a warning and then I sleep like

baby, all night long, all night, all night long, lol, ;=).

Answer 184

I use melatonin, it's a natural Product , an it's Wonderful !!

Answer 185

Lunesta.

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I use a sleep mask it helps so does a sleeping pill. ut i usually just use a sleep mask.

Answer 187

the main thing is a comfy mattress but the secret is in the pillow i find.buy a good quality pillow it makes alot of difference.

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Go to bed.Relax. Close your eyes and concentrate on god's name, word or sentence.Repeat it continuously in your mind. You will not know, when you got asleep.

Answer 189

Cutting out all caffeine during the day.

Answer 190

stay in bed till you fall asleep. Either that or just try and take some niquil or advil something that will knock you out all night

Answer 191

Try this site it has many good and proven easy remedies......



http://www.mills-peninsula.org/news/sfn_pdf/sfn101999.pdf#search='old%20fashioned%20remedies%20for%20a%20good%20night%27s%20sleep'

Answer 192

Pretend like you are going into and endless hole



it works for me

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sleeping pills, cut out caffeine

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I watch tv first and than I fall asleep

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Dont drink anything with caffeine before retiring.

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EAT A GOOD HEALTH BALLANCED DIET

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stay happy all day ! dont ge too stress all day! then your night well be decent!

Answer 198

I simply lay down and say my prayers and ask God to please hold my problems until the morning. And then I go to sleep.

Answer 199

i take a benadryl an hour before i start to sleep

and read until i get tired

if that doesnt work i say a rosary

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if there is someone you share your bed with, take it turns to stroke one another to sleep, alternate nights... and do it in silence

Answer 201

well...u know baba Ram Dev just follow his advice and

do yoga it ll help u i m sure

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I have found a warm glass of tea to help me. warm milk also has helped.

Answer 203

Dothiepin 75mg or Zopiclone 7.5mg

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drink milk before going to bed. read a love story. remember to pray.

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drink a glass of wine

Answer 206

keep watching channels like jagran,astha or star plus(balaji telefilms)

Answer 207

DONT LIVE NEXT TO SPUN OUT DOPE FIENDING DRUG ABUSING NEIBORS LIKE WE DO!!!! WE HAVENT HAD A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP SINCE THEY MOVED IN BACK IN JANUARY!!!!!!!!!!! AND THATS NO JOKE

Answer 208

tell my husband to sleep on the couch!

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I drink a couple of drinks, make love, and off to dreamland.

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I either take a Benadryl or have a drink.

Answer 211

http://www.wikihow.com/Sleep-Well



This website tells you how to get a good night's sleep.

Hope this helps you =)

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I wish to God I knew the answer to this one Too!

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YOU HAVE TURN THE TUBE OFF AND MAKE IT DARK AND JUST THINK ABOUT NICE PEACEFUL THOUGHTS TRY NOT TO DRINK MUCH

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work out during the day

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I lie down and close my eyes. That is a prerequisite.

Answer 216

same boat, cant sleep, maybe we can help each other

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a good matress, complete silence and a good pillow

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maybe a few times a month.

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Shag your brains out and that should help.!!!!! If dont have anyone to shag their brains out call in an escort.

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tempur pedic





matress

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when you findout the correct ans, lemme know, same problem here

Answer 222

Exercise and a good diet.

Answer 223

tylenol pm. otherwise im stuck waiting to fall asleep for an hour.

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how about trying sleeping pills those might work right?

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blaze before you go to bed

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girl take sleeping pills . email me back on this.

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A very large whisky!

Answer 228

the best answer is to pray before going to bed!!

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DON'T TAKE NAPS DURING THE DAY!!!!!!!! DAY DREAM TO MAKE U DOSE OFF

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close your eyes and listen to the radio

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plenty of passion

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My vicodine

Answer 233

you tape your eyes dhut

Answer 234

i take Nyquil

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get under the covers and put a fan on so u comfy then just close ur eyes think about 2morrow and the future wut u wanna dream about etc.

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do murakaba, it is a form of meditation

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take a benigrill

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eat good & get to bed earler. thats what i do.

Answer 239

hahaha

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june smiles has said it all

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melatonin

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stay away fromcaffeine and heavy meals before bedtime that should work...............

Answer 243

tylenol pm, its non-addictive

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benadryl

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Have sex with ur honey!!

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work hard all day

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I never do!

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dont think, yes simple....dont think

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JUST KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT!!!

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don't sleep for one whole day then sleep...heh

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I dont :(

Answer 252

try closing ya eyes at night



xxx

Answer 253

Well first of all, I need to know why you don't sleep!



hehahehahehahehahehahe ByeBye

Answer 254

get laid

Answer 255

Lord, please tell me when you find out!