Factors that can affect sleep: CAFFEINE, NICOTINE, MEALTIME, BEDTIME, STRESS. Caffeine won't naturally make you more awake, it blocks and steals the function of your bodies natural Adenosine uptake. If you use caffeine don't use it beyond 6-8 AM. [spoiler]Caffeine rush may feel instant and the energize boost may last an hour but then you will get tired after and crave more, caffeine doesn't leave the body for like 14-18 hours, hence why it can cause insomnia and sleeplessness if used throughout the day in large and multiple quantities. [/spoiler] Don't use Nicotine, its a toxin that acts like a drug and while it might cause a smooth calming feel it drastically affects the body and causes increased heart rate amongst other side effects you may not initially notice. Sure, Nicotine and Caffeine can keep you [i]awake[/i] and alert at work or whatever you are doing, but it does have a toll on your body and mind. Other things that can throw off sleep is not following a set time for bed or meals. Meals because energy increase at random times, and not having a set sleep schedule can throw off your bodies natural circadian rhythm. Too much stress can cause anxiety and sleeplessness, for more info on sleep, stress, and diet one should refer to a professional.

You just need something to kick you into a good routine for a week and your body should naturally get tired after that. I used to work nights quite a lot and what always helped was some brandy. Not a lot, maybe a couple of shots worth, just for the first few nights to get my body into the new sleep cycle. Trying to get a good number of hours sleep at 8am on a summer’s morning is not very easy. Obviously alcohol doesn’t give you a good night’s sleep generally and if you do it too much you’re at risk then of needing the alcohol to feel sleepy but like I said it’s about getting you asleep for a few nights so your body expects to go to sleep at that time. Anything will do, that’s why lots of people read in bed.

• Edibles • Melatonin • Sleepy teas (no, not chamomile) Celestial Seasonings, Yogi, etc. Plenty of brands have a sleep aid tea. Ymmv, but they work for me. • Prescription meds Maybe combinations of these things depending on their interactions.

Take your diet into consideration, it can definitely impact you sleep for better or worse. Also, nicotine is a stimulant and not conducive to sleeping. *For the record, I've been smoking (with a brief period of using dip) since 14 and I turned 46 this past September if you're interested in credentials.

Every time I smoke I think about how it’s hopefully one less day in my life. Then I sleep in heavenly peace.

This was me until I discovered audiobooks and podcasts many years ago. Now I usually fall asleep pretty quick. If not, no bother - I just enjoy listening to whatever I’m listening to and let sleep happen when it happens. IME, waiting for sleep is counterproductive - it becomes a frustration and prevents you from relaxing.

Usually up 24hrs at a time till I can no longer stay up. It sucks but bide my time by gaming, which helps a bit, but still not very good at getting me to sleep any faster. I try to avoid using sleeping aides as it's very bad for the body. Hope you find a way to help you get to sleep faster 🍻🫡