I've had this problem for about five or more months now. I wake up at least four times a night. Just can't get comfortable, itching, hot, ... whatever... just can't sleep.

What do you do when you can't sleep? Is there anything to do to make you go back to sleep? I've heard that warm milk helps but just the thought sounds totally gross.

Warm milk is actually pretty good :)

But I either read, listen to music, come online, paint my nails.... I do anything really.

- Go on the net
- Watch TV
- do some homework... now that would REALLY put me to sleep, but, oh well. :rolleyes:

I normally turn on the TV and put on a sleep timer and try to fall asleep to any sort of show, as long as it's not the news.

It always helps when i eat something healthy like a sandwich

Originally posted by Jo's the bomb
do some homework


That puts me to sleep! Especially Government homework. :sleep2:

I have Insomnia so i only get 2 hours of sleep per day. But i Watch T.V. get online stay in my room watch movies or call my boyfriend and make him talk to me until i can fall asleep

i watch tv

drinking a glass of milk puts me to sleep...

Well, I haven't had homework in two years but I know what you guys mean about that.

I just lose sleep and feel like a walking zombie at work. Not too fun.

I have pretty bad insomnia....i try writing and watching movies. sometimes hot cider will help if im stressing out. my aromatherepy helps too. Try lavender scented candles or petals around your room.

Watch TV. Actually, once to help me fall asleep faster, I did this stretching routine sitting in bed. It calmed me down and helped me fall asleep faster. I usually just watch TV though.

I watch TV and/or get something to eat.

Watch TV

I usually listen to music or read

I've also heard that closing all the windows in the house would put you to sleep faster. But, Im no sure if that's true.

I haven't had this problem for a long time but now that I have a TV and VCR in my room I can watch Mystery Science Theater 3000 and other shows until I doze. I usually fall asleep when watching TV at night.

Originally posted by Jo's the bomb
I've also heard that closing all the windows in the house would put you to sleep faster. But, Im no sure if that's true.

That would be a good idea this time of year, anyway. Another thing that would probably help is closing the blinds so that you can't see outside. It makes it darker.

Originally posted by BJL


That would be a good idea this time of year, anyway. Stuffy rooms are suppose to doze you off.

That's why my biology teacher opens all them windows during winter. -chills-

Watch FOL, Listen to music, Go online and chat, Write a song

I usually read comic books and things it puts me to sleep pretty fast...

I also choke myself unconscious. jj

Originally posted by Dr. Frasier Crane
I usually read comic books and things it puts me to sleep pretty fast...


Yeah reading does help a lot putting you to sleep.

I turn and music and sing along. When I stop singing along, I know I'm too tired so I roll over onto my side and I'm asleep before I know it.

Well when i can't fall asleep, I read, watch tv, listen to music, and get online... If you haven't tried this already you might try drinking camomille( ****ty spelling sorry) tea.. That usually does the trick for me.

Watch TV, go on the computer, listen to music, write in my journal, and sometimes have a snack.

Originally posted by Willow4ever1981
Well when i can't fall asleep, I read, watch tv, listen to music, and get online... If you haven't tried this already you might try drinking camomille( ****ty spelling sorry) tea.. That usually does the trick for me.
Chamomile.:D If thats wrong, Ill look like the biggest ass LOl. And frankly, no one should be in bed before 1235am!:p


But yea, make it as dark as possible. I also try having a constant sound like a fan. If its TOO quiet, I cant sleep.

I watch tv, but it has to be something non-stimulating like sitcoms. If I watch a documentary, the news, or a movie, it holds my interest and keeps me awake.
Reading in bed puts me out like a light.
When all else fails, I take a sleeping pill. ;)

I usually try to read or watch some tv.

Hah! I cant sleep now so im on here!...usually i read thats preety boring...or you can talk to yourself til youre bored...that works for me all the time:crazy: or i listen to michelle branch :)

I just lay there until I fall asleep. I daydream...well...I guess...nightdream??

Yea, so, NEwayz, that's what I do. If ur hot then try lowering the temperature in the house. Or lay perfectly still...that helps. We always turn the temperature REALLY low in the house at night and that helps us sleep. It's freezing in my room...but really comfy once in bed. Sometimes in summer when the house is just...not cold enough I haveta lay there w/o the blankets on till I get cold enough then pull em back on... I can't sleep w/o blankets on me...sheets...blanket...and comforter...it must all be there

Try turning some music on. That's what I always do.:yawn:

Originally posted by Ewan's My Man
I can't sleep w/o blankets on me...sheets...blanket...and comforter...it must all be there I'm like you. It ALL must be there!;)

I'll also write some poems. That makes me fall asleep fast when I can't think of anything to say, lol

My two cents.....

Don't do anything stimulating for at least 1/2 hr before bedtime. NO TV, NO COMPUTER, NO READING....

1/2 turkey sandwich (contains tryptophan, a natural sleep aid) and a half of glass of warm milk works

Turn the clock around so that you can't see it, clockwatchers have trouble falling asleep

Soft music... with no words

Don't read in bed, don't do homework in bed... the bed should remain for sleep (and when you're older sex) ONLY

The room should be no more than 70 degrees

(here's a biggie) NO CAFFEINE AFTER 2pm

Lay down and get comfortable... find a word or phrase that you find comforting... do the deep breathing thing (in for a count of 5... out for a count of 5), and repeat that phrase over and over in your head (the phrase is optional, but it keeps your mind from wandering to other things)

If you must use a sleep aid... Sleepy Time tea is great (so I'm told.. I hate tea)

Or (of course consult with an adult) Melatonin is a natural sleep aid (and for you vegetarians... they are 100% vegetarian, woohoo), but should still only be used short term

If you are a naturally ADHD type person... you could try the opposite... have a cup of good STRONG coffee 1/2 before bedtime, but unless you are a hyperactive person... I wouldn't recommend it unless you plan on spending the entire night wide awake, with frequent trips to the bathroom....

Okay, maybe it was more like 5 cents, but I hope something helps

Also I close my eyes (must have complete darkness), and count backwards from 500 like this: *breathe* 500. *breathe* 499 *breathe* 498 *breathe* and so on and so forth

Actually I hate to say it but I usually pray the rosary before I go to sleep, After the third hail Mary I'm asleep...lol

Also, Reading helps me go to sleep....

I usually watch TV.

When I can't sleep I come online and chat to all my friends or just go into a chat room,till I get tired lol

Toss and turn:lol:

Peunut butter w/ jelly always makes me go to sleep but when im too lazy to get up and make it i stay up and sleep during school