[Israt Hossain]

Hi
I just started Martin’s program.I suffered / am still suffering for about 3.5 months now. I was a good sleeper in my life, but all of a sudden my sleep just got bad, before I can even realize it was coming. I started to get worried about my sleep and my anxiety of why it happened just increased and made it worst. I was having panic like attacks and went to the local ER to make sure it was nothing physically wrong. I was thinking about my sleep all day long, even now I can’t stop thinking about my sleep. I tried medication/ meditation/ went to a sleep doctor/ but nothing improved my sleep. It’s affected my life as a mother and wife, and I think of how my life was before this happened. It’s very frustrating. I watched some of Martin’s videos and did the free trial. And from his email responses and as well as in the videos there was a confidence about him, so I thought I would join. I am desperate to improve my sleep.

[Scott]

Hi Israt!

Welcome to the forum! You’re taking positive steps in the right direction by enrolling in Martin’s course and I’m sure you’ll find the information in Martin’s course and videos beneficial in improving your situation. Do you have questions about CBT-I or finding any part of it particularly difficult to implement? As someone who experienced insomnia and implemented CBT-I techniques to resolve my sleep issue, I might be able to provide some guidance.

Scott J

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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.

[chaz]

Scott, I have not been able to succeed with CBTi until now. I’d tried all the supplements and techniques, and now I’m going in circles with therapies. Only just learned about Martin’s program, Most recently tried and failed with Somyrst Prescription Digital Therapy.

After evaluating my diaries the Somyrist’s app came up with a sleep restriction window of 12:45 to 5:45 AM. Unable to stop mid-day napping, OR drifting off before the sleep window began, nor could I drag myself out of bed at 5:45 AM.

Bad scores contribute to an overall sense of failure.

If anyone is there, thanks for listening!

Chaz

[Scott]

Chaz,

Based on what I’ve read, it sounds as though you are having “some” success with CBT-I but some difficulties remain, correct?

It can take time and consistency for a new sleep window to lead to noticeable improvements in sleep so try to remain patient. Since one of the goals with the sleep window is to build a strong sleep drive, it’s usually helpful to avoid daytime naps since they reduce sleep drive. Instead of taking a nap, could you engage in enjoyable activities or movement (walk, exercise, etc) that could reduce your fatigue level?

I wouldn’t beat yourself up – you’re taking steps in the right direction by implementing these evidence-based techniques but patience and commitment really determine how soon positive results are generated. I relate it to starting an exercise program – at first, you may find it difficult to remain committed, you’re tired, body is sore, you’re not sure what you’re doing has any benefits but if you remain committed, you’ll begin to see benefits.

Scott J

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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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