The Vicious Cycle of Sleeping Anxiety (Or Insomnia)
Jul 02, 2025
Hi Friends!
π Sleeping anxiety can be a frustrating and exhausting experience, and it often creates a vicious cycle that can be hard to break. Here how the cycle can look like:
- π΄ Not feeling very tired, so delaying going to bed.
- π°οΈ Realizing it's late, and you'll get little sleep.
- π€ Obsessing over how little sleep you'll get, making it hard to fall asleep.
- π§ Having a lot of anxious thoughts before finally falling asleep many hours later.
- β° Waking up feeling exhausted, only to get more energized in the evening and repeat the cycle.
Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do to break the cycle:
- π Establish a consistent sleep routine: Try going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, even on weekends. This can help regulate your body clock and improve the quality of your sleep.
- π Create a calm and relaxing sleep environment: Reduce noise and light in your bedroom, and practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation before bed.
- π€ Address any underlying anxiety or stress: Consider talking to a therapist or counselor, practicing self-care, and developing coping strategies to manage anxiety and stress.
- π΅ Limit screen time before bed: Exposure to the blue light emitted by electronic devices can interfere with the production of the sleep hormone melatonin, making it harder to fall asleep.
- ποΈβοΈ Exercise regularly: Regular physical activity can help reduce stress and anxiety and improve the quality of your sleep.
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