[Cathyo]

Hello, after nearly two years of suffering from insomnia, I discovered Martin on YouTube. I had already completed two CBT courses for insomnia (not through Martin) which didn’t work for me, so I didn’t sign up for his course. (I somehow think I might have had more success if I found Martin’s course first). I did take part in his free two-week course though, look at his videos on YouTube and emailed him for advice. He was such great help to me that I started sleeping much better, falling asleep within 15 minutes or so of going to bed and sleeping for approximately 6-6.5 hours which is good for me as a woman in her sixties. Although, in between I had a couple of bad nights where I didn’t sleep at all and I went into a mild panic about it, I somehow maintained a positive mindset and was able to resume my good sleeping pattern again – until 4 nights ago. A thought just came into my head one day that I might not be able to sleep that night and it stayed with me so I didn’t get off to sleep till about 3am for about 3 hours. This was repeated the following night, then through exhaustion, I managed to sleep for 6 hours on the third night. Instead of feeling positive about this I became anxious that I may not sleep well the next night and I didn’t. Last night I slept from about 3am to 5am, so now I am really worried and anxious that my insomnia has returned for good.
I am having very negative thoughts about sleep and no matter how much I tell myself that they are just thoughts, they just get hooked into my mind and my anxiety builds. How do I get back to that place in my head where I feel confident about sleeping again? I would be grateful for any advice. Thank you.

[Martin Reed]

These ups and downs are normal and are a symptom of being a human being! Just telling ourselves our thoughts are just thoughts can be difficult — but fortunately, there are many different techniques we can try to help us “defuse” from our thoughts in a practical way (a Google search for “cognitive defusion” might help).

You might also find my video on insomnia relapses helpful.

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[Cathyo]

Thanks Martin. I somehow managed to get back into a good sleeping pattern again, so I know I can do it. The emails I received from you and your YouTube videos always help me through a bad patch! I just have to believe in myself and not panic! Thanks again for your help – finding you was definitely a turning point in my search for help with insomnia.

[Martin Reed]

I appreciate the kind words and the update, Cathyo!

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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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