Bright Side March 21, 2020
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Tag Archives: Insomnia
Bright Side March 14, 2020
Having trouble sleeping lately? I am. Seems all I can think about is COVID-19. I feel caught between wanting to learn as much as I can and wanting to turn everything off. But I received a few unexpected gifts today that brightened up my attitude. I’d like to share them with you.
Andy’s insomnia stretch
I think everyone has insomnia from time to time. Strength coach Andy Wight takes a break from exercising to show us a move designed to help you relax and hopefully, get a good night’s sleep.
Insomnia? Don’t eat or drink these before bed
What’s wrong with a little coffee in the afternoon? For me, it can mean being wide awake at 3 am. Here are some other things not to eat or drink before bed.
Help! Why can’t I get a decent night’s sleep?
Have insomnia? Sleep specialist Dr. Christopher Hughes talks about common causes and how to break the cycle. Listen to our podcast.
How to welcome the unwelcome thoughts that prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep
Everyone I know has trouble sleeping every now and again. Read how guided meditation and art therapy can work together to help you get a good night’s sleep.
Treating depression, anxiety and insomnia with Chinese medicine
Guest post by Kath Bartlett, LAc, licensed acupuncturist and Board Certified in Oriental Medicine, NCCAOM Everyone wants to be happy and avoid suffering and pain. Our body’s nervous system hardwires us to pursue this attainment. So when anxiety, depression, stress or insomnia affect us, we understandably seek relief from our afflictions. Western medicine offers drug […]
Got Insomnia? Eight Tips to Help You Get the Sleep You Need
100, 99, 98, 97 … 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 … and let’s start counting those sheep all over again. Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? You’re not alone. Most of us have experienced occasional insomnia but for some people, lack of sleep is a chronic issue. Every once in a while probably […]
Unplug and Get a Good Night’s Sleep
I used to have a terrible time with insomnia. Used to — I have to knock on wood — don’t want to unleash the demons. I could get to sleep just fine, but would be wide awake a few hours later and could not get back to sleep. Was it stress? The full of the […]