It is 3 am and I can't sleep

Thanks for the advice! :)

If it continues, I suggest that you seek medical attention. First, you should see your primary care physician who may refer you on to a sleep disorders specialist. Sometimes, sleeping problems can be temporary but other times it is long term or permanent.

I had a very difficult day. I finally fell asleep about daybreak. And was able to sleep on and off for about three or four hours. I felt awful but I still had to do errands. When I came home, I was able to nap until 4 pm and I felt so much better. Nut the day was gone and I did not do very much. Chronic insomnia is a really terrible thing to have.

I am new to mylot and I have noticed that there seems to be a lot of mylotters who have sleep disorders or are full blown insomniacs. From what you tell me, you do have a sleep disorder of some kind. But it also seems that, when it is all said and done, you get enough sleep. If your sleep disorder is interfering with your life, I suggest that you see a sleep disorders specialist. But if you feel good and are doing ok with your sleeping pattern, then let it be. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" as the saying goes. I finally got a little sleep but not enough and I feel horrible. It is also over 100 degrees today and I need to run errands. I feel really awful but I still need to do errands. I feel loopy for want of a better word. Later on, I will probably be able to take a nap or tonight I will sleep decently.

I do not force myself to sleep. It is impossible to do so. Last night, I finally fell asleep at daybreak and slept on and off for about three or four hours. I can not stay asleep. I can only sleep one or two hours at a time. I had a very difficult day but was able to nap this afternoon. And that helped but it has been a very unproductive day. I was not able to do much.

I see that you are in Indonesia. I do not know what health care is like in your community but if you have access to health care, I suggest that you talk to your doctor. And then if possible see a sleep disorders specialist. There is a lot of research on insomnia and you can get a lot of information doing research. There is no cure for my type of insomnia. I have had to learn how to live with it and manage it as best as I can. it has been difficult. You are fortunate that you are allowed to come in late to work. I lost job after job because of my insomnia. I almost became homeless. Now I receive social security. I have a part time job that brings in extra income and I live in government housing for lower income seniors. Meditation might help you. It helps me sometimes. Massage is another great way to relax if you can afford a massage or have someone who enjoys massaging you. But the best thing for you to do is consult with a physician and or do some research. Working on my computer helps me relax. I do not see mylot or any of my other sites as boring. I enjoy them and they help me relax. Plus I can earn a little money that improves my life. I have not been able to earn a good income because of my insomnia and every little bit helps.