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[CLKD]

There are various ways of combating those awful not dropping off or laying awake for hours.  Apparently.

4 me it was to stop worrying about lack of sleep affecting my very busy job, it was after I had stopped work that I realised that in 8 years I hadn't enjoyed a 'good' night's sleep!   Now that I am retired with no alarm ⏰ to wait for, I sleep better.

We are advised to not lay in but to keep to a sleep routine.  Well for me I can sleep anywhere once my brain shuts off:  'experts' [how I hate that word] tell us not to doze but 4 me it helps a lot.  Those same people say to get up/go to bed at regular times. 

Shutting of blue light and not looking at stimulating films etc. can help some.  My routine is a deep bubble bath with book/magazine; then into a cool room and bed - fresh sheets help a lot  - then put the electric blanket on to warm through my lower legs and feet.  Which although feel cold to me, they are, apparently, not!

There is an article in the Sat Times 'weekend' section about how to encourage a good sleep habit.  I don't know how to post links  but there mayB some good advice to take on board.  Written by Peta Bee

[Ella watson]

It's very common to stay awake late at night, and it's really frustrating when you're trying to sleep, even with your eyes closed, but you just can't fall asleep. Sometimes, your eyes even open multiple times during the night, lol! I've struggled with this a lot, seriously. But now, things are better. I'm sharing a few tips—follow them, and you'll see the difference.

Avoid using your mobile phone an hour before bed.
Increase the number of meals you eat. Don't increase the amount of food in one meal; instead, start eating small meals every 2 hours.
Add supplements to your diet, like magnesium glycinate or magnesium L-threonate. (If you know any retail stores, buy from there, or you can get them online. As a suggestion, AOB Nutrition is a good store.) Magnesium helps a lot with insomnia.
Incorporate exercise into your routine. The main goal is to tire your body so it will crave rest at the end of the day. You can also join a gym.
I'm following this routine right now, and it's really helped me, especially the exercise and magnesium supplements. Now, I start feeling sleepy around 10 PM, which is my peak time. But I go to bed at 11 after reading a book. Oh yes, also add reading before bed. Trust me, you'll see a difference in a few days.