Help me resist more of my cravings + trouble sleeping help?

Frostmere

I had a nightmare and I can't fall back asleep so i tried for like 30 mins but couldn't so i went and ate a peanut butter and jelly sandwich (i wouldve made a smoothie but my parents room is next to the kitchen and they wake up early so I didn't wanna bother them)

I currently want ANOTHER peanut butter and jelly but I must resist X_X
if i eat another one i'll probably want a third, and fourth
please help me not go X_X
what can I do???


ALSO
Last night I only slept 2 hours and i was tired all day (but I still did Cardio) but when it was time to sleep I HAD TROUBLE! And tonight I slept 2 hours then my mom woke me up to ask me if I wanted Chinese Food (which I declined since i'm trying to lose weight and be healthier) and then I had a lot of trouble falling asleep and only lasted like an hour before I woke up again and well... I'm still up X_X

jaireed

Good job resisting the temptation. Drink some sleepy time tea. It'll fill you up and comfort you!

mockchoc

You should get more MFP friends so you will have someone to chat to when you can't sleep!

TheVimFuego

You could try magnesium supplementation just before bedtime to help you relax and sleep.

Also carbs help produce the chemicals that promote sleep, I try to leave some room for a late night indulgence for this purpose.

Frostmere

Good job resisting the temptation. Drink some sleepy time tea. It'll fill you up and comfort you!

ooo Great Idea!! I'll get right on it :drinker:

You should get more MFP friends so you will have someone to chat to when you can't sleep!

That's a good idea but I rather lurk around the message boards and see what all of you say since I'm rather inexperienced >.<

Frostmere

You could try magnesium supplementation just before bedtime to help you relax and sleep.

Also carbs help produce the chemicals that promote sleep, I try to leave some room for a late night indulgence for this purpose.

I'll look up the supplement and probably pick one up later this week
thanks! :bigsmile:

jenilla1

Sounds like maybe some anxiety in your life? Have you ever tried hypnosis or other relaxation techniques? Do a search - I'm sure there are tons of audios out there you could try...:flowerforyou:

TavistockToad

get into a routine of what time you go to bed and what time you get up - dont nap through the day to make up for a bad nights sleep... after a few days it should get easier.

Frostmere

Sounds like maybe some anxiety in your life? Have you ever tried hypnosis or other relaxation techniques? Do a search - I'm sure there are tons of audios out there you could try...:flowerforyou:

I actually put on nature sounds on my phone when I go to sleep on the iheartradio app! It's very soothing but even that isn't enough sometimes.

daftthoughts

I suffer from severe anxiety attacks and often stress-related insomnia.

You can get over-the-counter melatonin, which can help prepare your body for sleep and makes you sleep deeper (and better). Melatonin is a natural hormone that regulates your sleeping cycle, and usually increases a few hours before you go to sleep to make you drowsy. It's helped me often, though not always.

Warm milk can help you get to sleep as it stimulates drowsiness.

You can also try some techniques that help with hyperventilation. They're intended to relax you and calm you, and can aide you in getting to sleep. They include breathing and focus exercises.

Frostmere

get into a routine of what time you go to bed and what time you get up - dont nap through the day to make up for a bad nights sleep... after a few days it should get easier.

I never nap anymore but I guess I do need to build a better routine! Hopefully in a few days I'll be sleeping like a baby

I suffer from severe anxiety attacks and often stress-related insomnia.

You can get over-the-counter melatonin, which can help prepare your body for sleep and makes you sleep deeper (and better). Melatonin is a natural hormone that regulates your sleeping cycle, and usually increases a few hours before you go to sleep to make you drowsy. It's helped me often, though not always.

Warm milk can help you get to sleep as it stimulates drowsiness.

You can also try some techniques that help with hyperventilation. They're intended to relax you and calm you, and can aide you in getting to sleep. They include breathing and focus exercises.

Thank you for the advice!! I'll look up Melatonin and see how it works for me :happy:
I'll search those breathing and focus exercises, i've been meaning to but always put them off!

jenilla1

I suffer from severe anxiety attacks and often stress-related insomnia.

You can get over-the-counter melatonin, which can help prepare your body for sleep and makes you sleep deeper (and better). Melatonin is a natural hormone that regulates your sleeping cycle, and usually increases a few hours before you go to sleep to make you drowsy. It's helped me often, though not always.

Warm milk can help you get to sleep as it stimulates drowsiness.

You can also try some techniques that help with hyperventilation. They're intended to relax you and calm you, and can aide you in getting to sleep. They include breathing and focus exercises.

My dad uses melatonin. He says it works well most of the time, though not always. I think it might be worth a shot. Make sure you aren't taking any medications that might not mix well.

OP, is that a fire-breathing cat on your ticker? :laugh:

Hildy_J

Yeah - lack of sleep means your ability to make good decisions will suffer!

I don't like to wake my kids up - if they've fallen asleep then they must need it. Have a gentle word with your mum.

Breathing exercises are great for relaxation. Breathe in for a slow count of 4, hold for the count of two then breathe out for a slow count of 6, and hold for the count of two. Repeat ad infinitum. Also put your hand on your stomach and let your stomach push your hand away on the inhale.

Hope you get a better night's sleep soon!

circesfire

I work rotating shift work (12.5 hour days - 1 week of days followed by a week of nights so I can definitely relate. As far as falling asleep a routine is crucial for me. I'm one of those people that can lay awake for hours thinking about what I need to get done when I wake up but if I follow the same routine it gets me in to the right mindset for sleeping. Also, if I really can't sleep, I'll take a Benadryl and it will help me get some sleep and help me to swap between shifts. As far as eating when I can't sleep I have a huge sweet tooth - I used to snack on cake, cookies, candy anything sweet I can find. Now I limit myself to one small piece of dark chocolate and a glass of water and then right back to bed.

Frostmere

My dad uses melatonin. He says it works well most of the time, though not always. I think it might be worth a shot. Make sure you aren't taking any medications that might not mix well.

OP, is that a fire-breathing cat on your ticker? :laugh:

I don't have this problem all the time but when it happens it keeps happening for a week or two so hopefully this will do me in, I hate having big bags under my eyes and dark circles! Not taking any medications, just Centrum Men
and yeah haha! that's my favorite picture ever and lifts my mood when I see it :laugh:

Yeah - lack of sleep means your ability to make good decisions will suffer!

I don't like to wake my kids up - if they've fallen asleep then they must need it. Have a gentle word with your mum.

Breathing exercises are great for relaxation. Breathe in for a slow count of 4, hold for the count of two then breathe out for a slow count of 6, and hold for the count of two. Repeat ad infinitum. Also put your hand on your stomach and let your stomach push your hand away on the inhale.

Hope you get a better night's sleep soon!

My mom didn't mean to wake me up, I had my door locked and she knocked and that woke me up
thank you for the advice!

I work rotating shift work (12.5 hour days - 1 week of days followed by a week of nights so I can definitely relate. As far as falling asleep a routine is crucial for me. I'm one of those people that can lay awake for hours thinking about what I need to get done when I wake up but if I follow the same routine it gets me in to the right mindset for sleeping. Also, if I really can't sleep, I'll take a Benadryl and it will help me get some sleep and help me to swap between shifts. As far as eating when I can't sleep I have a huge sweet tooth - I used to snack on cake, cookies, candy anything sweet I can find. Now I limit myself to one small piece of dark chocolate and a glass of water and then right back to bed.

Same here on the sweet tooth! My mom used to always have the house stocked with cookies/sweets and that was a big part of my weight gain over the years. I've tried Dark Chocolate a few times but It's kind of... strong? Is it an acquired taste? Maybe I'll treat myself to some dark chocolate on sunday nights for not binging on the weekends as a reward, and eventually I'll like it haha :laugh: