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| Insomniacs Tips | 13. Cat nap.
The jury's out on this one: many experts say napping during the day is bad, making it harder to sleep at night. However, a lot of people swear by it, especially if you're not getting a full night's sleep.
• The famous British statesman and Prime Minister Winston Churchill only slept about 4 hours at night plus several 15-20 minute cat naps during the day.
14. Caf-nap.
So you're at work and you're drowsy.
- Take a Caf-Nap.
- Drink some strong coffee and take a 20-minute nap. Then the caffeine will be kicking in when you wake. It is probably best to do this somewhere away from the workplace, unless there's a rest area.
15. Strictly sleeping.
Use your bed only for sex and sleep; anything else and you associate it with not sleeping. Turn off the television. Do not read, either, unless the show or book is boring.
16. Hit the sack.
But sleep only when tired. And if you can't sleep for more than 30 minutes, get out of bed and try something else, such as reading something boring or listening to quiet music.
Sleep-Aiding Activities
Excess energy, stress, or distractions can affect your ability to fall asleep.
17. Jump up jump around.
Regular exercise during the morning: calisthenics, cycling, or lifting weights. Or maybe take an early evening walk around the neighbourhood.
18. Workin' 9 to 5.
Take your work home with you is pretty common practice. Nevertheless, not making a distinction between daytime and night activities can be a source of stress and anxiety which will rob you of sleep.
In a way if you have to take it home, leave at least an hour between work and sleep, else you may find yourself resenting your job, which will cause you further stress.
19. Write your memoirs.
If you're bothered by something, spend the time between your "homework" and sleep time recording your thoughts on paper, or even on a weblog, as well as some possible solutions, then tell yourself the problem will be resolved.
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