fionnlagh
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wearygoodwearygood
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Have you done meditation before bed? I personally love headspace.
Anonymous Anonymous
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I have the same fear. The only thing that’s been helping me lately is trying to tell myself over and over that I’m ok and that thoughts are just thoughts, and I try to breathe in and out calmly the best I can with my eyes closed while telling myself that. It sounds easier said than done but it has somewhat been helping me. Also, I don’t know if you’re able to take it but unisom is an over the counter sleep aid that has helped me some nights. And the olly’s brand sleep gummies help me too if you haven’t tried those yet.
fionnlaghfionnlagh
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I'll look into those, thank you
ccrabtr2ccrabtr2
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I have a similar issue. I don’t like medications so I didn’t want to take anything to get to sleep. I use a technique called thought blocking. I usually will count down from 100. You could do this by twos so you have to think more or whatever works. This focuses the brain on something other than running wild. I usually fall asleep before I get to 50. Good luck. Ps if you whisper the number out loud that helps me remain focused.
fionnlaghfionnlagh
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Thank you!
fionnlaghfionnlagh
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I have, but being alone with my thoughts even for meditation is scary and often results in nightmares. I also have tourettes which makes staying still for meditation impossible
wearygoodwearygood
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Could you do a mindless task or a crossword puzzle?
fionnlaghfionnlagh
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@wearygood I play soduku often which help :) issue is, as soon as I put my phone down, everything starts rushing in
wearygoodwearygood
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@fionnlagh I wish I had better advice for you. Maybe just do it until you pass out.
fionnlaghfionnlagh
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@wearygood I appreciate what you've said so far. Ty anyway
ss
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@fionnlagh would some bedtime yoga work before going to bed? i don’t have tourette’s but i’ve been getting into the routine which is helpful as you won’t be still but it’ll calm you down a lot and release all the tension in your body
salvationsalvation
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Ever listen to an audiobook or lecture or podcast? This has helped for me.
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Do you like comedies? They help me. I struggle to sleep as well. But something that makes me laugh and be in the moment helps. Maybe try to brush your hands along your blankets or pillows and describe to yourself how it feels, hopefully it grounds you in the moment. I love reading and poetry, too. This could help. Catch up with a friend and give one a call before bed. I don’t know what to believe for most of the time, but praying could be help. You got this! I believe in you ✌🏼
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