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BluerubyNew Contributor
I have been having insomnia due to high levels of stress.
At the moment the only way I can sleep is to take a prescribed tablet.
Can anyone share strategies to improve sleep so I can reduce the amount of time I need to rely on tablets.
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Unknown userMember
Hi @Blueruby
Welcome to the SANE forums! It's great to have you here and thanks for telling the community a bit about yourself and posing a question. I'm sure the forum members will be able to offer you support, information and connection.
I'm the moderator on duty right now. Feel free to ask the SANE forum team or the members if you need help with how to use the forum. You might like to check out the Guidelines as they can be pretty useful in understanding how it all works https://saneforums.org/t5/help/faqpage#community-guidelines.
Take care.
Whitehawk
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Fluttershy1Senior Contributor
@Blueruby - have you tried doing meditation before bed?
Have you tried turning your technology off before bed?
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ReneeclaireNew Contributor
I have just started using a weighted blanket, as I struggled sleeping due to anxiety. It really helps feel more calm and relaxed! Have felt the difference already
I hope you find something 🙂
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Unknown userMember
Hi @Blueruby ,
A very warm welcome to the forums!
When I have trouble sleeping at night, I usually listen to mindfulness-meditation or relaxing music and podcasts. They really help me to relax and not think about what happened during the day 🌱
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