sleep

[sie1361]

Hey its sie again. Um well ive tryed everything that isnt prescription to help me fall asleep but it doesnt work. My dr suggests prescription sleep meds but I refuse because it makes me really tired for most of the day. The reason I cant sleep is because suicidal thought and self injuring thoughts but I promise a very important person I would not hurt myself and stay strong for him. Some times I think ill give in but I wont for him but im losing sleep because of thinking of ways to do it. Eny suggestions im in the dark.

[lozza]

sometimes I find writing helpful as it helps me to get stuff out of my head and express what is going on. is this something you could give a try?

listening to music until you fall asleep may also be helpful..

what do you think?

[Wonderland.]

Sorry to hear you are struggling with sleep.

Have you ever heard of Mindfulness? I use that to help me relax and stay present before I go to sleep if I'm finding it tough.

[sie1361]

I do write but my mothers found my notepad and wasn't pleased and I normally listen to music and what do u mean by mindfulness. Sorry the late response I havent been on because issues and regents I havent had time fir the computer :/

[Hawk]

I have the very same problem a lot. I suggest that we try to get very tired in the day, by running, playing sports and being active. Many times still the thoughts will keep us awake but the exercise will help from time to time. I wish there was a command to switch thought off, but we are not machines....