Sleep Trick
Sleep Trick
I used to have trouble sleeping also but since I started doing this I've been sleeping great. I'd used to find myself up at 2 in the morning watching Renegade re-runs.
You need a radio or tv in your room (which I know CAN cause sleeping problems but not if you use them this way).
Put on a channel that is not TOO interesting (a news channel is great). Turn the volume so you can just BARELY hear it clearly.
Set the sleep timer (I usually set it to 30 mins). Lie facing away from the tv/radio and then just listen. I've never lasted the 30 mins.
I think when people start having problems sleeping , going to bed becomes a source of worry for them ( added on to all the things we have to worry about in life). They start worrying they will not get enough sleep and will not be able to perform in work or college the next day. Also when you have some quiet time to think other worries find a way into your head. Your job, finances and love life might be some common ones.
The more they worry the harder it is to get to sleep. Especially if they are looking at a clock and saying "If I fall asleep right now I will only get 4 hours sleep, 3 hours,2 hours.......".
I think this trick works because you are not listening to your inner monologue , reminding you of all your worries. You are distracted by the quiet voice of the radio/tv person. Your body is relaxed and because you are not worrying about anything you just drift off into sleep.
I'd be interested to know if this works as well for anybody else.
p.s. do all the other stuff as well, avoiding caffine late at night, avoiding working out too late , dark room etc etc
