Can't sleep

[Celine]

Anyone else with insomnia or some good advice?

[TheMaestro]

Repeat in your mind : "Sleep, deep sleep, sleep" maybe like 100 times, don't count it, just do it until you stop thinking about other things, you go into a phase when you want to sleep much faster. I couldn't sleep for hours now, I sleep literally in 10 mins.

[Celine]

Repeat in your mind : "Sleep, deep sleep, sleep" maybe like 100 times, don't count it, just do it until you stop thinking about other things, you go into a phase when you want to sleep much faster. I couldn't sleep for hours now, I sleep literally in 10 mins.

I sleep, but in the afternoon. I'm bipolar and right now I'm in the up phase. I sleep for about 5 to 6 hours a day.

[Celine]

At least my cat is sleeping. In my lap.

[Celestia]

I’ve struggled with insomnia for years. It’s actually common amongst those with clinical depression. You should try taking melatonin. It works wonders for me.

[TheMaestro]

I sleep, but in the afternoon. I'm bipolar and right now I'm in the up phase. I sleep for about 5 to 6 hours a day.

Don't sleep during the day, you need 8+ hours of sleep.

[Celine]

I’ve struggled with insomnia for years. It’s actually common amongst those with clinical depression. You should try taking melatonin. It works wonders for me.

I already take too much medication.

[Celine]

Don't sleep during the day, you need 8+ hours of sleep.

I can't. Euphoria.

[Kamal900]

Hmm. Um, do you suffer from any sort of anxiety or stress? You could have obsessive thoughts on your sleeping.

[Celine]

Hmm. Um, do you suffer from any sort of anxiety or stress? You could have obsessive thoughts on your sleeping.

I have bipolar disorder.

[Kamal900]

I have bipolar disorder.

Hmm, maybe that could be the cause of it I think. I recommend you to go to your doctor and tell him/her on what's happening to you lately. Also, I recommend you to brew some chamomile tea, exercise very hard, take a hot shower and so on.

[Celine]

Hmm, maybe that could be the cause of it I think. I recommend you to go to your doctor and tell him/her on what's happening to you lately. Also, I recommend you to brew some chamomile tea, exercise very hard, take a hot shower and so on.

My doctor already gave me everything. But it's hard to stop the up phase. I feel rested with just a few hours of sleep. But I can't sleep at night, only in the afternoon.

[Kamal900]

My doctor already gave me everything. But it's hard to stop the up phase. I feel rested with just a few hours of sleep. But I can't sleep at night, only in the afternoon.

Well, it's better than nothing really, and it's takes some time to be fully healed. As they say "time heals all wounds".

[Joso]

I've heard that eating banana can help with sleeping problems because of melatonin

[Kamal900]

I've heard that eating banana can help with sleeping problems because of melatonin

With warm milk beside it, yeah.

[Celine]

Well, it's better than nothing really, and it's takes some time to be fully healed. As they say "time heals all wounds".

Bipolars can never be healed.

[Kamal900]

Bipolars can never be healed.

Well, neither do people with other mental disorders like OCD such as myself. Either we live it or we give up.

[1GiantLeapForMankind]

If you drink caffine go decafe, 1 cup of coffee can keep me awake 12 hrs later. Caffine has its uses if you have to stay awake, but its nasty addictive shit that fucks with your head and nerves.

[Celine]

If you drink caffine go decafe, 1 cup of coffee can keep me awake 12 hrs later. Caffine has its uses if you have to stay awake, but its nasty addictive shit that fucks with your head and nerves.

I only drink coffee at around 7-8 AM.

[Celine]

When sleep hits me in the afternoon I can't help myself, I rest. But I would rather sleep from midnight to six AM.

[Celestia]

I already take too much medication.

It’s a vitamin.

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-940/melatonin

[Celine]

It’s a vitamin.

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-940/melatonin

Tried it. Doesn't work.

[Dna8]

I sleep, but in the afternoon. I'm bipolar and right now I'm in the up phase. I sleep for about 5 to 6 hours a day.

So, you are hypomanic at present?

[Celine]

So, you are hypomanic at present?

Yup.

[Dna8]

Yup.

If you don't mind answering, is your present hypomania something more tending towards the euphoric or towards the dysphoric?

[Celine]

If you don't mind answering, is your present hypomania something more tending towards the euphoric or towards the dysphoric?

Completely euphoric, I have too much energy. Also, because of mood stabilizers I can't even daydream. In the moment and energetic.

[Blondie]

I have insomnia and i was at the doctor because of it many times. I can sleep only 4-5 hours per day on average.

[Celine]

I have insomnia and i was at the doctor because of it many times. I can sleep only 4-5 hours per day on average.

That's a blessing and a curse.

[Blondie]

That's a blessing and a curse.

I don't feel it blessing, 03:10 here and i have to get up by 06:30 to go school.

[Celine]

I don't feel it blessing, 03:10 here and i have to get up by 06:30 to go school.

I had times when I slept for 12 to 16 hours, trust me, less sleep is better. At least you feel alive.

[Hulu]

Have you tried Valerian?

By the way I don't believe in bipolar as clinical condition. Try Valerian, helps with the anxiety and the sleep and it's completely natural.

[Celine]

Have you tried Valerian?

Yup.


Nothing helps. Even Xanax.

[Hulu]

Yup.


Nothing helps. Even Xanax.

For how long?

[Celine]

For how long?

About a week.

[Hulu]

About a week.

Keep at it a bit longer and have it at nighttime. Did you have the right dose?

I've used Valerian twice, once many years ago and recently too and it's like a magical pill to me. Helps tremendously.

[Cumansky]

Take some Vitamin D

[Dna8]

I've heard that eating banana can help with sleeping problems because of melatonin

Not if those sleeping problems are related to BP.

Bananas Vs Mania is like Fly Spray Vs Enraged Water Buffalo

[Celine]

Have you tried Valerian?

By the way I don't believe in bipolar as clinical condition. Try Valerian, helps with the anxiety and the sleep and it's completely natural.

Why?

You don't understand what is like to be euphoric for a weeks and then not leaving room for a month.

[Celine]

Not if those sleeping problems are related to BP.

Bananas Vs Mania is like Fly Spray Vs Enraged Water Buffalo

True.

[1GiantLeapForMankind]

I've heard that eating banana can help with sleeping problems because of melatonin

https://i.ibb.co/cYKj1h5/Untitled.png (https://imgbb.com/)

[Dna8]

I've heard that eating banana can help with sleeping problems because of melatonin

Not if those sleeping problems are related to BP.

Bananas Vs Mania is like Fly Spray Vs Enraged Water Buffalo

[Dna8]

Not if those sleeping problems are related to BP.

Bananas Vs Mania is like Fly Spray Vs Enraged Water Buffalo

At least 130 million water buffaloes exist, and more people depend on them than on any other domestic animal. They are especially suitable for tilling rice fields, and their milk is richer in fat and protein than that of dairy cattle.

-Wiki

[Celine]

I should somehow stay awake till midnight.

[PaleoEuropean]

Listen to melodic and repetitive music and make sure your room is completely dark.

[Dick]

count sheep to fall asleep. That's what vlachs do.

[Teutone]

https://youtu.be/P8JEm4d6Wu4

[Celine]

count sheep to fall asleep. That's what vlachs do.

We don't have sheeps in Zagorje.

[oszkar07]

At least 130 million water buffaloes exist, and more people depend on them than on any other domestic animal. They are especially suitable for tilling rice fields, and their milk is richer in fat and protein than that of dairy cattle.

-Wiki


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eksV02us5DQ

[oszkar07]

We don't have sheeps in Zagorje.

count Serbs.

[Benyzero]

count Serbs.

hahahaha

[Benyzero]

Meditate (clear your head). Try to focus on your limbs only.

[Kivan]

When i'm with problems to sleep at night, i didn't sleep during day and keep myself awake until night comes down. It's a bit hurtful but generally works. The only problem is if you work or study during day, but you can manage to take a break on it while you fix your sleeping schedule...

[Celine]

And here we go again....

[Celine]

count Serbs.

0,0,0,0....

[oszkar07]

0,0,0,0....

Vlachs ?

[Dick]

0,0,0,0....

dicks?

[Terminator98]

I dont have any advice since I really dont know anything about Bipolar Disorder (or any other mental disorder) but I sincerely wish you to overcome it or at least to learn how to live with it.

[Dušan]

Anyone else with insomnia or some good advice?

Drink mint tea.
It make me fell asleep quite well, when I need to wake up early next morning.

[Kamal900]

Drink mint tea.
It make me fell asleep quite well, when I need to wake up early next morning.

Or drinking Yansoon as well.

[Kamal900]

Drink mint tea.
It make me fell asleep quite well, when I need to wake up early next morning.

Or drinking Yansoon as well.

[MsSPF]

Take a good book, read before going to bed, drink herbal tea, listen to "nature" sounds videos on YouTube in your bed (you have videos of hours of rain, storm, sea, river etc...). It is so relaxing and it worked for me when I had insomnias
Avoid screens that are stimulating maybe 1/2 hours before going to sleep!

[ixulescu]

Read lying in bed. It works for me.

[Tauromachos]

Maybe try and smoke some weed

Bipolar or not you will fall asleep at a time

[MustafaTekin]

Wake up at the same time each day. It is tempting to sleep late on weekends, especially if you have had poor sleep during the week. However, if you suffer from insomnia you should get up at the same time every day in order to train your body to wake at a consistent time.

Eliminate alcohol and stimulants like nicotine and caffeine. The effects of caffeine can last for several hours, perhaps up to 24 hours, so the chances of it affecting sleep are significant. Caffeine may not only cause difficulty initiating sleep, but may also cause frequent awakenings. Alcohol may have a sedative effect for the first few hours following consumption, but it can then lead to frequent arousals and a non-restful night's sleep. If you are on medications that act as stimulants, such as decongestants or asthma inhalers, ask your doctor when they should best be taken to help minimize any affect on sleep.

Limit naps. While napping seems like a proper way to catch up on missed sleep, it is not always so. It is important to establish and maintain a regular sleep pattern and train oneself to associate sleep with cues like darkness and a consistent bedtime. Napping can affect the quality of nighttime sleep.

Exercise regularly. Regular exercise can improve sleep quality and duration. However, exercising immediately before bedtime can have a stimulant effect on the body and should be avoided. Try to finish exercising at least three hours before you plan to retire for the night.

Limit activities in bed. The bed is for sleeping and having sex and that's it. If you suffer from insomnia, do not balance the checkbook, study, or make phone calls, for example, while in bed or even in the bedroom, and avoid watching television or listening to the radio. All these activities can increase alertness and make it difficult to fall asleep.

Do not eat or drink right before going to bed. Eating a late dinner or snacking before going to bed can activate the digestive system and keep you up. If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn, it is even more important to avoid eating and drinking right before bed since this can make your symptoms worse. In addition, drinking a lot of fluids prior to bed can overwhelm the bladder, requiring frequent visits to the bathroom that disturb your sleep.

Make your sleeping environment comfortable. Temperature, lighting, and noise should be controlled to make the bedroom conducive to falling (and staying) asleep. Your bed should feel comfortable and if you have a pet that sleeps in the room with you, consider having the pet sleep somewhere else if it tends to make noise in the night.

Get all your worrying over with before you go to bed. If you find you lay in bed thinking about tomorrow, consider setting aside a period of time -- perhaps after dinner -- to review the day and to make plans for the next day. The goal is to avoid doing these things while trying to fall asleep. It is also useful to make a list of, say, work-related tasks for the next day before leaving work. That, at least, eliminates one set of concerns.

Reduce stress. There are a number of relaxation therapies and stress reduction methods you may want to try to relax the mind and the body before going to bed. Examples include progressive muscle relaxation (perhaps with audio tapes), deep breathing techniques, imagery, meditation, and biofeedback.

Consider participating in cognitive therapy. Cognitive therapy helps some people with insomnia identify and correct inappropriate thoughts and beliefs that may contribute to insomnia. In addition, cognitive therapy can give you the proper information about sleep norms, age-related sleep changes, and help set reasonable sleep goals, among other things.

[The Lawspeaker]

The cure for insomnia:

https://static.gamma.nl/dam/34564/123

[Kamal900]

The cure for insomnia:

https://static.gamma.nl/dam/34564/123

Or this, rofl:
https://www.boozebrothers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/jack-daniels-tennessee-whiskey-400x400.jpg

I do wonder the flavor of Whiskey really. I only had tried wine and beer really.

[The Lawspeaker]

Or this, rofl:
https://www.boozebrothers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/jack-daniels-tennessee-whiskey-400x400.jpg

I do wonder the flavor of Whiskey really. I only had tried wine and beer really.

It depends on the whiskey. Jack is good for beginners.

[Kamal900]

It depends on the whiskey. Jack is good for beginners.

It's 50 usd which is around 200 dirhams here which is a good price for whiskey, rofl.

[The Lawspeaker]

It's 50 usd which is around 200 dirhams here which is a good price for whiskey, rofl.

29 USD here.

[JosephK]

I do tend to drink Jim Beam a little before bed, but I don't know if it helps me sleep any better.

Best thing to do is ignore all advice, because nothing matters. Some people (like myself) are biologically scheduled to sleep from around 3am to 11am. But the world works from around 7am to 5pm, so I'm fucked. Thus I've spent my whole life with "insomnia", bouts of not being able to sleep for a few days or so, until I just learned to get a little sleep on weekdays-- that is, not going to sleep until around 2am, then getting up for work around 8:30am. (It still takes a while to fall asleep). That way I'm tired enough to get just enough sleep throughout the week, then catch up on weekends.

But I'm usually miserable anyway. Not having enough sleep makes one depressed, so all of us with a non-traditional sleep schedule who aren't successful artists and writers must suffer this fate.

P.S. Thankfully in the USA, Jim Beam can be found for as low as 14USD...

[Ülev]

if Daniels then Gentleman Jack only imho

[Alenka]

When sleep hits me in the afternoon I can't help myself, I rest. But I would rather sleep from midnight to six AM.
Try to skip sleeping in the afternoon. Or, if skipping it altogether is too hard, then try gradually postponing it by a bit. For example, if you usually feel sleepy and go to sleep at 5pm, try to distract yourself for 30minutes and go to sleep at 5.30pm instead. Then the next day, you'll probably feel sleepy a little bit later, and will be able to postpone it a little bit further. Perhaps until 6pm. Keep doing so until you gradually get to midnight. Once you get there, try to maintain a sleeping routine.

[Faklon]

Consume more Zinc and drink Aloe Vera.

[kiko]

Go to the sleep doc, & tell him or her, all your symptoms.

[Kamal900]

Go to the sleep doc, & tell him or her, all your symptoms.

She did, and according to her, it doesn't work on her since she's taking medication for her bi-polar disorder that makes her energized or something.

[kiko]

She did, and according to her, it doesn't work on her since she's taking medication for her bi-polar disorder that makes her energized or something.

I see, If she's experiencing a manic episode, then it will result in insomnia, & it seems like the meds haven't worked on her, maybe she's on the wrong meds, usually mood stabilizers like Lithium help stabilize the manic depressive moods.