Insomnia Tips

Set a regular bedtime and awake time & stick to it! Set the alarm clock for the same time each day, regardless of what time you fell asleep.
Do not read or watch TV in bed.
Restrict caffeine intake: do not drink any caffeinated beverages for 12 hours prior to bedtime. Watch chocolate intake, as it has caffeine as well!
Exercise approximately 5-6 hours before bedtime. Do not exercise right before bedtime.
Cover the clock or turn it away from you! In other words, make sure you can’t "watch the clock" at night.
Take a hot bath approximately 2-4 hours before bedtime.
Do not engage in stimulating activities before bedtime. This may mean turning off the ringer on your telephone so you will not be disrupted!
Try to engage in relaxing activities for the hour or so before bedtime. Some people find deep breathing or muscle relaxation exercises help. If you don’t know about these techniques, ask a trained sleep specialist!
Don’t expose yourself to bright lights in the evenings.
DO expose yourself to bright lights in the mornings! Sunshine works the best.
Only get into bed when feeling tired and relaxed. Getting into bed when you are still feeling wide awake or anxious just makes it harder to fall asleep.
SEE A SLEEP SPECIALIST FOR TREATMENT OF YOUR INSOMNIA TODAY.