ymmv but I found walking around, having some water, and doing something menial task (cleaning up the room or dishes) and actively avoiding screens usually leads me to feel sleepy after 15-30 minutes…
Humans aren’t really designed for full 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep (nor 16 hours of full wakefulness but I’m fortunate enough that I can take naps in the afternoon) so don’t be hard on yourself if one happens to wake up in the middle of the night. It’s natural (like afternoon naps).The biggest issue is screens/activities that are designed to keep you alert and a societal lifestyle that demands a strict wake-sleep cycle.
I remember ages ago hearing/reading that after about 15 -20 mins of not being able to fall asleep, it actually becomes detrimental to keep trying and they recommended doing exactly what you do.
A quiet activity that requires no to little light. That is not stimulating, washing dishes was a specific activity that stuck out in my mind. Folding laundry, wiping down counters, brushing your teeth again is another one I’ve read that some people have success with. (Or some other bed routine step)
And btw ‘your’ blue light filter is NOT enough. idk why I get almost offended at the people who brush off light sleep disruption like the built in tint is enough.
ymmv but I found walking around, having some water, and doing something menial task (cleaning up the room or dishes) and actively avoiding screens usually leads me to feel sleepy after 15-30 minutes…
Humans aren’t really designed for full 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep (nor 16 hours of full wakefulness but I’m fortunate enough that I can take naps in the afternoon) so don’t be hard on yourself if one happens to wake up in the middle of the night. It’s natural (like afternoon naps).The biggest issue is screens/activities that are designed to keep you alert and a societal lifestyle that demands a strict wake-sleep cycle.
I remember ages ago hearing/reading that after about 15 -20 mins of not being able to fall asleep, it actually becomes detrimental to keep trying and they recommended doing exactly what you do.
A quiet activity that requires no to little light. That is not stimulating, washing dishes was a specific activity that stuck out in my mind. Folding laundry, wiping down counters, brushing your teeth again is another one I’ve read that some people have success with. (Or some other bed routine step)
And btw ‘your’ blue light filter is NOT enough. idk why I get almost offended at the people who brush off light sleep disruption like the built in tint is enough.
Naps make me nauseous.
Not me; the second I get up, I’m awake for the entire day.
My best hope is to just immediately close my eyes and try to fall back asleep.