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ScottMentor
CBT-I works on the root cause of insomnia – our thoughts and behaviors toward our sleep issue.
It’s not unusual for us to wake multiple times during the night, especially as we transition from one sleep phase to the next, but they’re usually extremely brief and unnoticeable. Building a strong sleep drive throughout the day is vital to overcoming bedtime anxiety and nighttime awakenings. Are you following a sleep restricted window – if so, what is it? When these middle of the night awakenings occur, do you become anxious about it and worry about returning to sleep?Scott
—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.
ScottMentorYou said it better than I! Good luck!
—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.
ScottMentorThe struggle with our thoughts can certainly be frustrating and discouraging! It’s natural for most people to try avoiding or controlling our thoughts when they arrive because they’re uncomfortable and stressful but, in reality, we simply can’t control our thoughts. The more we push them away, the more frequent and stronger they usually return. It’s not really the thought itself that’s the issue though, it’s believing the thought when it arrives that creates our suffering. Although we can’t control our thoughts, we can control our actions toward them! Do you think it’d be beneficial to simply allow those thoughts to exist without trying to struggle or fight with them? What if we viewed them as ocean waves and realize that some are stronger than others but they will continue to splash ashore? I wonder if changing your relationship with them could allow you to end the struggle with them?
Hoping that helps!
Scott—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.
ScottMentorElli,
The concern with clock watching is that it can heighten your awareness of the sleep issue and create additional arousal which can make it more difficult to fall back asleep. Getting out of bed at the same time every morning is more important than hitting your sleep window start time so establishing an alarm time is fine.
Progress is different with everyone and is dependent on other factors, such as, how consistent the person implements the techniques, do they take daytime naps, are they modifying their daily agendas in hopes of achieving better sleep that night, etc. Progress is really dependent on how the person feels the next day also. Without knowing how long you typically slept before insomnia started, if you feel great with 5.5-6 hours of sleep but maybe that’s not as long as you slept prior to insomnia, I’d consider that progress. How are you feeling during the day and do you keep active with events that create a life you want to live?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorHi @Hayleywobser,
Welcome! What you’re experiencing with fight or flight symptoms isn’t unusual. With sleep, the more you try to fix the issue, the more difficult sleep becomes. It doesn’t reward all that hard work you put into achieving a good night’s sleep, and in fact, it heightens your awareness of the issue. Do you think what you’re going through could be generated by sleep-related anxiety?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorI’m glad to hear you’ve recovered from COVID! It’s not uncommon for you to experience a temporary disturbance in your sleep when you have a sudden medical event occur but sleep usually returns once you’ve overcome the health issue. CBT-I is an evidence-based method that tackles the root causes of insomnia – our thoughts and behaviors toward our sleep. Have you explored implementing those techniques yet? What do you consider to be the biggest challenge with your sleep?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorHi @Amany,
If you’re unable to fall asleep when you go to bed, most of the time, it means that you’re not sleepy enough for sleep. What time do you go to bed at night and get out of bed in the morning?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorHi @elli,
Great job staying committed to the techniques. Based on what you describe, it appears that your sleep window time is appropriate. I wonder if looking at the time when you wake could be generating some sleep related anxiety or is highlighting the sleep concern?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorHi Gail!
Can you offer more details on the “non drug strategies” that you’re currently exploring? What is the biggest challenge you face with sleep?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorSo sorry for the delay in my response! I had a difficult time staying awake until the start of my sleep window so I was incredibly sleepy when I went to bed every night. Since it’s been a few days since your post, how have things been with you and your podcasting concern? I’m hopeful things have improved for you!
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorAbility to fall asleep when you go to bed, returning to sleep if you wake in the middle of the night and less anxious thoughts toward your sleep issue – it all sounds like your sleep is getting much better and I don’t see any reason for you to change, do you?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorPJ,
I’m glad you found the resources on this site and Martin’s YouTube channel beneficial. You summed up a key difference between good sleepers and those experiencing insomnia: those with sleep disturbances tend to “put too much effort into sleeping”. Sleep is one of those rare things in life that doesn’t reward hard work and the harder we try, the more difficult sleep becomes for us. It’s encouraging to see your positive attitude! If you have questions along the way, let us know!
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorAny activity that is relaxing but not overly stimulating is ideal – crafting, crossword puzzles, coloring, etc. When I experienced insomnia and was having a difficult time staying awake until my sleep window began, I watched TV standing up – very hard to fall asleep while standing!
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorWhat time do you go to bed, what time do you get out of bed to start your day and how many hours of sleep, on average, are you achieving at night? Are you suggesting that you can’t exercise because you’re unable to sleep? Do you feel like you’re putting too much effort and emphasis on your sleep issue that could be heightening your anxiety towards the issue, especially at bedtime?
Scott
—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.
ScottMentorAre you experiencing a stressful period in your life (new job, new partner, etc) or having anxiety close to bedtime? Are you going to bed and not able to fall asleep or just not going to bed? Your body will certainly signal when it’s ready for sleep so can you think of anything that you could do to identify those signals?
Scott
—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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