Somnolence

[kth_dragon]

My sleep has been less restful in recent months than is good for me, and I had no idea until two days ago. To counteract some mild sleep deprivation, I availed myself of some Nyquil. I woke up fabulously, not still sleepy, not groggy, and had the energy to go a full day without even thinking of having a nap

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[libidoergosum]

Melatonin 3mg... available at GNC for about $10. I don't know if it will help you stay asleep, but I know it helps getting you to sleep.

[kth_dragon]

Is there anything I can do that doesn't involve me buying something? I'll do it if I need to, but I'm wondering if there are behavior or schedule modifications I need to be doing.

[libidoergosum]

meditation is about as good as it gets for free solutions. I can show you some of the tips that I've picked up when I get home.

[kth_dragon]

That works. ^..^

[kth_dragon]

Hmm. How will I know when I can sleep okay without them?

[kth_dragon]

I'll see if there's someplace close that carries it.

Oh, I forgot. I like that picture. ^..^ You look different in a hat.

[nemohee]

Exercise. If you exercise a few hours before bed, it helps you sleep deeper.

Has done wonders for me :)

[kth_dragon]

Interesting. Maybe that's part of the problem. I used to exercise regularly, but now every time I start getting back into the routine, I get sick/exhausted/something else that derails the whole thing and makes me just want to sleep instead. -..- I keep trying, though.

[nemohee]

Yeah, that's always difficult, but the trick is to just do it. If you feel bad, don't do your usual routine, but maybe just go for a walk. This way you can gauge your fitness - if you're winded from just walking, then yeah, you're body probably isn't back100%.

[kth_dragon]

*nod* All righty. Thank you.