I have trouble getting to sleep on time. Also when I wake up in the middle of the night I can't fall back asleep.
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Hello my name is Sue, how are you today?
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I am ok. Just very sleepy.
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Why are you sleepy? Long day?
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I have been having trouble getting to sleep on time.
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Oh I see, so you aren't getting enough sleep am I right?
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Yes. I find it hard to fall asleep. This happens most nights
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What typically happens when you try to go to sleep? Is it hard to quiet your mind?
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I just feel anxious and sometimes I don't even know why. But yes my mind keeps going.
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Not sleeping well is a problem I have on and off as well, and I have found those next days so tiring and frustrating. If you like I can share some of the things that have helped me?
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Yes please. Maybe something you did could help me too. Did you also have trouble quieting your mind?
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I use this great free podcast called Tracks to Relax, it has guided meditations that really help me get to sleep. The seem to shut down my mind when I am thinking too much at bedtime. Which can happen to me some nights, anxieties can keep me awake. The host's voice is super soothing and he spirits you away to the beach or the woods and before you know it you're out! I also have strict bedtime/waketime that I follow, it's set up on my cellphone. No more sleepign in, because that just made it harder for me to get to sleep the next night.
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That sounds like something I could try. Did you just google Tracks to Relax?
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um I think there may be a website but I found it by opening up the Podcast app on my phone and doing a search.. There are premium options but I just use the free stuff do you use spotify?
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I have in the past. Is it on Spotify?
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um i am not sure let me check real quickly, one moment
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That is very nice of you Thank you
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yes it is! you are welcome
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How long does it go for?
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The reason I brought up spotify is that sometimes I listen to a playlist on there called "Gentle Lapping Waves" which is super relaxing...and I set my cellphone to turn it off after half an hour or so. As for Tracks to Relax I think most are about 40 minutes? To be honest I am not sure. I fall asleep midway through hehe do you have someone you can talk to about your anxieties like a counsellor?
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I do not. But I will try with the podcast. It is easy and free. And if it gets worse I can look into getting professional help. Thank you for listening to me and thank you for your recommendations.
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OH another trick I use to get the thoughts "out of my head" is journaling. You are so welcome, it's been a pleasure talking with you. All the best in your quest for a good night's sleep :)
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That is a good idea too! Thanks again and enjoy the rest of your day.
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