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12/2/2025 6:01:59 AM
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Can't sleep, wish I knew a trick for it.
It's so weird that the simplest of biological functions, just falling asleep, is so often one of the most difficult. I guess there's not always an impetus to sleep, a push, it's not something we're necessarily driven to do (unless you're super tired, which apparently I am not.)
Lay still and wait. And wait. And wait some more. Then get up, post to OffTopic, have a smoke, then try again.
I envy people who can just fall asleep, take naps, stuff like that, I never got the hang of it.
(Also don't smoke, it's bad for you.)
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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.
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Edited by Upperclass Bum: 12/4/2025 3:33:43 AM• 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.
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8 RepliesHow much sun do you get on a regular basis?
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2 Replieshave u heard of our lord & savior jack daniels ?
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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.
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SwatDid you miss me? - old
If you’re suffering from insomnia, try talking to your pharmacy or doctor. They might be able to give you something (such as Nytol) which can help you fall asleep and help you find out what’s causing it. I work in retail and often suffer from insomnia because of the constant different shifts I’m doing. I spoke to a pharmacist and they gave me Nytol which has helped me a lot. It may have left me with a few minor side effects, but at least I was able to sleep. Highly recommend seeing a doctor or pharmacist -
1 ReplyBenadryl....
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Every time I smoke I think about how it’s hopefully one less day in my life. Then I sleep in heavenly peace.
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eeriearcadeAlright, alright, alright. - old
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. -
Edited by Killapete232: 12/2/2025 10:03:53 AMUsually 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 🍻🫡
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2 RepliesAye, insomnia’s the worst. I get it for weeks at a time sometimes. There are things you can do to help—consistent sleep schedule, [i]not[/i] getting on your phone or getting up for any reason, making sure your bed is used only for sleeping, etc.—but nothing surefire. Somtimes ya just got insomnia and that’s that.
