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sunrise_sunset
1 year agoMember
Is everyone sleeping or just not posting?
Hi there Not sure at what point I go from newly diagnosed (August 2024) to more? Or if I’m no longer considered “new” if I’ve just had surgery early October? Like many others I’ve been busy just get...
sunrise_sunset
1 year agoMember
Thank you @Afraser for your sharing. My sleepless nights also pre-date my current diagnosis. Like you, I have a few things I try... you are right that thinking at that time of night is not the best.
I have found using an app like Calm is useful. I use the sleep stories and meditations, especially the breathing ones. I have also found colouring to be quite soothing to my busy mind, both physical colouring books and digital apps. I also binge audiobooks and streaming as a last resort to just tire myself out so I can sleep. Not always the best but it works for me.
I have found using an app like Calm is useful. I use the sleep stories and meditations, especially the breathing ones. I have also found colouring to be quite soothing to my busy mind, both physical colouring books and digital apps. I also binge audiobooks and streaming as a last resort to just tire myself out so I can sleep. Not always the best but it works for me.