Comments on: The Insomnia War

By: Alison

Alison — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 16:40:26 +0000

In reply to the mean mama. LOL re: the computer. It does beat boredom but it also compounds the sleep problems because the mind and body respond to the bright light by thinking that it's daytime. I hadn't heard before of using folic acid. Worth a try!

By: the mean mama

the mean mama — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 09:20:24 +0000

Fighting it as we speak. Napped during the day (trying to beat some nasty sinus crap) and now I can’t sleep. It’s a vicious cycle that requires diligence. I have found that keeping my Anemia under control by taking plenty of high quality Folic Acid helps, or at least it usually helps. I am going to try the Magnesium oil as I have tried everything else and nothing works. Thanks for the tip! (I realize computer doesn’t help at all, but I am so blasted bored!!!)

By: Alison

Alison — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 02:30:00 +0000

In reply to Rona B. I'm so grateful for small mercies like better sleep and more energy, Rona!

By: Alison

Alison — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 02:28:00 +0000

In reply to Savvy Working Gal.

The socks suggestion is interesting. I often feel like I can’t sleep properly if I don’t wear my “sleep socks” but when I’m home in the Caribbean I don’t, and I sleep well. It’s worth a try, however! And winding down at 9:00 is definitely a plus in the whole “sleep hygiene” routine.

By: Savvy Working Gal

Savvy Working Gal — Sat, 07 Sep 2013 13:57:59 +0000

I’ve been battling the insomnia war since I was a young girl. I agree with all of your suggestions and would like to add sleep in a cool room and don’t wear socks to bed no matter how cold your feet are. I tried melanoma, but wasn’t happy with the results. I’ve had better results with Benadyl, but when I was going through perimenopause even that didn’t work. My favorite tip is to start winding down at 9:00. One of the organizations I am involved with holds meetings past 9:00 I’ve started leaving early, despite their disapproval. I was just sick of not being able to fall asleep afterwards. Those of us who battle the insomnia war understand.

By: Rona B

Rona B — Sat, 07 Sep 2013 02:44:55 +0000

I’m glad to read that your nights are getting much better.

By: Alison

Alison — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 04:07:48 +0000

In reply to Chasing Joy. That's my prayer, Arlett. The last few nights have been much better, fortunately! Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday.

By: Chasing Joy

Chasing Joy — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 04:00:04 +0000

I have never experienced insomnia. I’ve had a night here and there when I did not sleep well but never more than 2 or 3 in a row. In general I do not get enough sleep so insomnia sounds just awful 🙁 I hope you eventually completely win the war.

By: Alison

Alison — Tue, 03 Sep 2013 00:32:56 +0000

In reply to Michell.

Michell, I’m so grateful for your prayers, and that scripture is a great one for me to memorize. I empathize with the lady at your church. This thing makes one miserable!! I’m believing God for full victory.

Have a blessed week, my dear.

By: Michell

Michell — Mon, 02 Sep 2013 22:44:01 +0000

Oh wow Alison! Praying for you sis! I thank God I’ve never battled insomnia and pray that I never will. That’s funny, because exercise MAKES me sleepy. Too funny how one thing has a different affect on someone else. There’s a lady at our church who is a nurse and she suffered from insomnia for almost a year, it was awful for her. I remember her being so miserable she cried all the time. I never knew how serious it was until I saw it first hand in her life. Thank God she has since recovered. I’ll do what I know to do, and that is to pray Proverbs 3:24 over your life my friend…”When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet”. Praying insomnia is gone from your life , in Jesus name! Btw…thanks for linking up! Have a wonderful, sleep-filled week lady!! 🙂