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It's a fitting time to make my first post to this site – half-past-two in the morning and sleepless.
I've been both a chronic insomniac and a late night sort of denizen since the age of around 11. My earliest memories of such revolve around flashlight reading, and gaming on the PC with a rolled up towel under my door to block the light from the monitor from escaping under the door in case my mother woke up and saw me up. Trouble would ensue if she ever found out I was up late on a school night.
I live and write in Los Angeles. And frankly, the city doesn't stay up late enough for my tastes. You'd think it would. Even the “Insomnia Cafe” closes at 2. Which means I'm SOL if I want a 3am coffee, a table to write and a wifi signal.
It's my hope to connect with other insomniacs, sleep disorder-ers, late birds and the wicked & other restless sorts on this site. I've a few things to share about insomnia and what I believe to be major contributing factors, and I'd like to know and learn more about what keeps you up at night. Maybe in the information exchange, we'll all have something that'll be useful to one another and perhaps we'll all sleep a little better for it.
In the meantime, I highly recommend the new Massive Attack album, “Heligoland”. It probably won't put you to sleep but it's a fantastic late night companion.
Nice to meet you! My husband wants to visit Los Angeles when we trek to California in June. Recommended?
'notwoodyallen' wrote on '02:It's my hope to connect with other insomniacs, sleep disorder-ers, late birds and the wicked & other restless sorts on this site. I've a few things to share about insomnia and what I believe to be major contributing factors, and I'd like to know and learn more about what keeps you up at night. Maybe in the information exchange, we'll all have something that'll be useful to one another and perhaps we'll all sleep a little better for it.
Welcome to the community – it's great to have you as a member and I can't wait to read more of your posts. You've nailed the exact vision I have for Insomnia Land which makes me very excited; I am sure you'll be a great asset to the group.
By the way, what do we call you for short? Any nickname or whatnot?
'LindsayK' wrote on '02:Nice to meet you! My husband wants to visit Los Angeles when we trek to California in June. Recommended?
My wife and I may be in California around June time – maybe we need to arrange the first Insomnia Land meetup!
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'Martin' wrote on '02:Welcome to the community – it's great to have you as a member and I can't wait to read more of your posts. You've nailed the exact vision I have for Insomnia Land which makes me very excited; I am sure you'll be a great asset to the group.
By the way, what do we call you for short? Any nickname or whatnot?
My wife and I may be in California around June time – maybe we need to arrange the first Insomnia Land meetup!
Whoa! Mind blown! That would be awesome. LOL
'LindsayK' wrote on '02:Nice to meet you! My husband wants to visit Los Angeles when we trek to California in June. Recommended?
It's nice to meet you, too, Lindsay! Where exactly in Cali are you going to be? I love Los Angeles but for some reason think it's a hard place to visit – a little bit of a chaotic sprawl – it's a better place to live and discover over time. But I'd be more than glad to recommend restaurants, bars, places of interest. Tell me what you guys are into!
'Martin' wrote on '02:Welcome to the community – it's great to have you as a member and I can't wait to read more of your posts. You've nailed the exact vision I have for Insomnia Land which makes me very excited; I am sure you'll be a great asset to the group.
By the way, what do we call you for short? Any nickname or whatnot?
My wife and I may be in California around June time – maybe we need to arrange the first Insomnia Land meetup!
You can call me a litany of obscene names if you like. I don't mind. But my first name is Baron.
An Insomnia Land meetup? It'd be too ironic at the Insomnia Cafe…
Plus we'd have to be out at 2 – the party would just be getting started!
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The content of this post is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, disorder, or medical condition. It should never replace any advice given to you by your physician or any other licensed healthcare provider. Insomnia Coach LLC offers coaching services only and does not provide therapy, counseling, medical advice, or medical treatment. All content is provided “as is” and without warranties, either express or implied.
Hi there , and welcome ( did you say Baron?)
ooo L.A I haven' t been there in two years , lucky you. I love the place and have many Aussie and Asian friends there.
Yes they are taking over!!
look forward to reading more of your post. And swapping 3am sleep tips.
hi emma!
yes, baron, baron at your service.
there are indeed many asians in los angeles, and it makes for some of the best, authentic asian food i've had in the country. i've even had better chinese food here in san gabriel valley than i have in singapore.
haven't met too many aussies, though.
where do you live now?
'notwoodyallen' wrote on '02:It's a fitting time to make my first post to this site – half-past-two in the morning and sleepless.
I've been both a chronic insomniac and a late night sort of denizen since the age of around 11. My earliest memories of such revolve around flashlight reading, and gaming on the PC with a rolled up towel under my door to block the light from the monitor from escaping under the door in case my mother woke up and saw me up. Trouble would ensue if she ever found out I was up late on a school night.
I live and write in Los Angeles. And frankly, the city doesn't stay up late enough for my tastes. You'd think it would. Even the “Insomnia Cafe” closes at 2. Which means I'm SOL if I want a 3am coffee, a table to write and a wifi signal.
It's my hope to connect with other insomniacs, sleep disorder-ers, late birds and the wicked & other restless sorts on this site. I've a few things to share about insomnia and what I believe to be major contributing factors, and I'd like to know and learn more about what keeps you up at night. Maybe in the information exchange, we'll all have something that'll be useful to one another and perhaps we'll all sleep a little better for it.
In the meantime, I highly recommend the new Massive Attack album, “Heligoland”. It probably won't put you to sleep but it's a fantastic late night companion.
Insomnia Cafe closes at two? doesn't really sound like a good idea lol but it probably has something to do with state law. i know here (Alabama it does). Well, as a future Congress-Woman of SoCal, I will fix that. When I become a Congress-Woman 😀
'Martin' wrote on '02:Welcome to the community – it's great to have you as a member and I can't wait to read more of your posts. You've nailed the exact vision I have for Insomnia Land which makes me very excited; I am sure you'll be a great asset to the group.
By the way, what do we call you for short? Any nickname or whatnot?
My wife and I may be in California around June time – maybe we need to arrange the first Insomnia Land meetup!
Funny story, after I visit home (NYC) in late May/early June, my bffl & I are probably going to Cali 😛
'yourfavoritecyn' wrote on '06:Funny story, after I visit home (NYC) in late May/early June, my bffl & I are probably going to Cali 😛
WOW! We should plan a meet up! I think we'll be there the first/second week of June. Disney land and Lego land! Hooray!
'yourfavoritecyn' wrote on '05:Insomnia Cafe closes at two? doesn't really sound like a good idea lol but it probably has something to do with state law. i know here (Alabama it does). Well, as a future Congress-Woman of SoCal, I will fix that. When I become a Congress-Woman 😀
you can count on my future support, future congress-woman! 😀
'LindsayK' wrote on '06:WOW! We should plan a meet up! I think we'll be there the first/second week of June. Disney land and Lego land! Hooray!
We should – my wife and I might be kicking around California at that time, too.
—If you are ready to stop struggling with insomnia you can enroll in the online insomnia coaching course right now! If you would prefer ongoing phone or video coaching calls as part of a powerful three month program that will help you reclaim your life from insomnia, consider applying for the Insomnia Mastery program.
The content of this post is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, disorder, or medical condition. It should never replace any advice given to you by your physician or any other licensed healthcare provider. Insomnia Coach LLC offers coaching services only and does not provide therapy, counseling, medical advice, or medical treatment. All content is provided “as is” and without warranties, either express or implied.
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