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Sleep Essentials for Insomniacs
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Here is my list for things that helped me :)
Anyone who has struggled with sleep can feel my pain. I have spent so much money on things that straight up don’t work, and it sucks spending hundreds of dollars for things that don’...
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Exercise
Journaling
Sleep Aid
Body Pillows
Light Blocking Items
Earplugs
Exercise
You CANNOT fight to go to bed, and accepting that is important. I realized too often I was battling to try and sleep, and that honestly did nothing for me. If anything that made my experience worse, and left me extremely frustrated. Light exercise be...
One thing I can not recommend enough, is physically moving. If you get in some steps every day, preferably outside, it can potentially improve your mental health. And when I was at the height of my insomnia, when I felt like the days blurred together...
Walking: Improve your health
You can choose whatever you like to move your body, but swimming is the one that helped knock me out. You are getting in resistance against the water but also are still doing a lot of cardio. I would get out hungry but not extremely tired and it woul...
Swimming (sport)
Journaling
Journaling and doodling
There are times when I need to just let go of certain things and either say them or write them down, and usually I just write however it comes to mind. This helps me let go and stop ruminating right before bed.
Journaling
If I can’t sleep or want to relax before I hop into bed, my first reflex is to always grab a journal or in my case my journal/ sketchbook and doodle while listening to music. Usually I will write down how I am feeling or a few thoughts, and draw lots...
How To Sketch ANYTHING! | Urban Sketching Objects For Beginners
Sleep Aid
My personal favorite melatonin
This is has worked for me, and is in my rotation currently! I have tried a bunch of different melatonin and I find that the lower doses work a lot better.
Sleep Blackberry Zen
This is my go to and never fails me! I use the chamomile and lavender, and have had the most success with that one. This only has 2mg melatonin which is super low dose, and is what I have had the best results with.
PureZzzs Sleep Supplements: Melatonin and Herbals
Body Pillows
For my side sleepers
To Costco lovers!
I highly recommend this pillow for side sleepers! One of my main issues with sleeping, is not being able to get comfortable, just spending the night tossing and turning. This is great for those who run hot, prefer a medium firmness...
Below Zero Cooling Body Pillow
Another great option for long pillows! I love how this one is adjustable, depending on whether you want more or less firmness. This is also cooling and machine washable, a little more pricey but definitely worth it, as you can add more fluff to maint...
HOMELAB Adjustable Cooling Memory Foam Body Pillow 20x52
Light Blocking Items
For on the go or in your bedroom
The light always naturally wakes me up, so blackout curtains are a must!
Bradley Total Blackout Window Curtains, 2-piece Set
This mask is great on the go or if you can’t install bock out curtains! No eye pressure, and I like how it doesn’t have a sliding strap that gets lose over time.
Manta Sleep Mask
Earplugs
Reusable or disposable
BEST earplugs for people with sensitive ears, I kid you not I have not found disposable earplugs like this anywhere else. My ears usually hurt with other brands, and these last you months! Great price point for those who deal with snorers or have lou...
Mack's Ultra Soft Foam Earplugs, 100 Pair - 33dB NRR
I love these as well for sleeping on the go! Anyone who travels would love these, they are super easy to clean and come with multiple plug sizes for those who don’t fit the standard sizes. I love the ability to change the actual head as well, it come...
Earplugs for Sleeping – Loop US
Noise Machine
Fan favorites across the board
Noise machines are great for people who just need something to run in the background and soothe them while getting to bed. This one is portable and at a great price point!
Dohm Uno Fan-Based White Noise Machine | Yogasleep
This fan is tad more expensive, but has like 20 white and fan non-looping noises, which I know some other people can’t stand (like me lol).
LectroFan Classic (FFP)
Aromatherapy
Relaxing Scents
Love the scent for this! A little goes a long way for both and the lotion leaves you very moisturized. This is more about giving yourself a routine starting off in the shower and ending it the night with the lotion. It helps me unwind with a relaxing...
Sleepy
This is just an add on for the lavender body wash and lotion. I spritz a bit on my pillow and or sometimes in the air while I am journaling, 10/10 recommend!
Dr Teal's Sleep Spray w/ Melatonin & Oils