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Re: to sleepychick

Posted by ruby on August 09, 2001 at 12:29:11:

In Reply to: Re: to sleepychick posted by sleepychick on August 09, 2001 at 08:59:14:

sleepychick, do you exercise? I'm sure you've heard this many times, but supposedly exercising regularly can help you sleep better. I don't know if I necessarily agree with that, since, as a regular runner for 5 years or so, I still have insomnia problems. But if "they" all say it's true, there must be something to it, it has to work for someone. (or maybe it's just another trick to get us all exercising - a post for the government conspiracy page perhaps). Anyway, what I have found, particularly since I stopped using a walkman when I run, is that it provides some breathing room for my mind. This was an unexpected treat. Time to think and listen to your body. I've found this helps me feel more level and grounded. Of course, running isn't for everyone (although it is a great way to tire yourself out, maybe this is where the sleep part comes in), but I'm sure walking or biking would have similar effects. You mention in another post that you live in Manhattan, so I know it can be difficult to exercise in that environment, especially if you are very busy, as most of us are. Gyms are very expensive, and not really necessary. Maybe take a walk in the morning (this is my favorite time, everything is more peaceful, time to mentally plan for the day) or after dinner, coming home to continue your unwinding with your bath routine. This might help you unwind and let go of your day, giving you permission to sleep (if you're one us that can't sleep because we can't stop thinking about stuff). When we get so busy and every second of the day is taken up by obligations and distractions, bedtime is the only time left to decompress mentally - which ends up keeping us awake. I don't know, I'm probably not the best person to be poster child for this, since I'm still dealing with the insomnia vs. ambien issue, but I have to say it has helped focus my mind quite a bit. And as you've pointed out, all these things mind and body seem to be linked. Other benefits: feeling strong physically = confidence = better self-image. Could be something there.

Also, I'm not sure which books you are talking about. I've seen references to "the 2 books", but not the titles.

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