If you're like me, sleep time is when all the day's stresses flood your brain and sometimes make it difficult to fall asleep. I've found that counting numbers (1+2 = 3 + 3 = 6 +4 = 10 etc etc) is distracting and has a soothing effect. If that fails, alcohol always helps.
What methods are you guys using?
Alcohol is a slippery slope. I've had sleep issues most of my life. Tried the melatonin route, didn't work. I find having no clock in the room you can look at starts. Limit computer, tv, etc. time before bed. I usually have a long hot shower before bed. Make sure you have all the stuff you need done before the shower. (Curtains closed, doors locked, lights in house turned off, etc.)
My gf bought me some lavender sleep spray a while back. You spray it on your pillows and its supposed to help you relax. I find it does help.
There is always prescription sleeping pills. I've had really good success in the past with them, but I'm not a fan of taking them.
