It's getting really bad and taking a toll on me physically (mentally I'm doing well, thankfully).
I drink so much caffeine to cope but I am guessing that's just messing me up more later.
I take melatonin but I don't think it's working anymore. Benadryl makes me depressed the next day for some reason? CBD doesn't really work. A hot shower doesn't help. I have a weighted blanket 🧩 and weighted eye mask.
I am thinking of doing CBT for insomnia (really strict rules around sleep hygiene) but am scared bc it does involve a bit of sleep deprivation while adjusting (no naps allowed). I haven't been exercising much lately but maybe that will help.
Does anyone have any advice? Or something that will help me fall asleep tonight? :/ 100dc for each real suggestion.
Edit: wtf
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this is probably a stupid suggestion, but how much blue light do you get before bed? I used to think it really didnt matter, but then I put a big flatscreen in my bedroom and there was a noticeable difference in my sleep quality when I watched it before I went to sleep. If you get really bored, just buy a kindle paperwhite. no digital screen, its like 40 dollars and you can read any book in the world on it. I love mine and use it all the time.
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Blue light is a cope, it's all screens generally
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Thank you! I think I have one somewhere actually. Usually just read my kindle books on my phone.
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Yea dont do that, your gonna wear out your eyes even more. Im telling you try out no blue light/screens for a few hours before bed it really does change things, at least for me.
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You've been so helpful today. First with the sewing and now with this advice. Appreciate you ♥️
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Aw thanks, I'm always happy to help!
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