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Sleep Consultant

Are you busy, busy, busy all day long? On the go from dawn till dusk, with barely a second to grab a sandwich for lunch, let alone stop and eat it? Charged up on caffeine and adrenaline, rushing from one task to the next, a high achiever who just never stops?

I'll bet that somewhere in the midst of your hectic day - whether you love it or would love to see the back of it - you look forward to bedtime. That moment when your head hits the pillow and you can blissfully escape into a rejuvenating world far away from your own. When your exhaustion can finally fade away and you can ready yourself physically and mentally for the day to come.

Unless of course, you happen to belong to that oh-so-easy-to-join club of tossers. Sorry, couldn't help throwing that in! I'm referring, of course, to 'tossers and turners'. People who can't sleep. Those who charge themselves up so effectively throughout the day that they end up on such a roll they just can't wind down at night. Is this you? Do you feel like you're so tired, yet always wired? Hyper, but exhausted on the inside? Do you lie awake listening to the frustrating sound of someone else sleeping while you desperately try not to think about how many hours sleep you'll get if you fall asleep now. And then begin to make bargains and please with God, while you tell yourself to remain calm? visit: Sleep Consultant

Insomnia can occur for a myriad of reasons.

It may be something you've suffered for years, or it could have just come out of nowhere. For some people it comes and goes, while others may endure it for a few months and then never again. There are no rules, and - as such - it's difficult to pinpoint exact reasons for it. Of course certain events in your life can throw you off on occasion, and you'll generally be aware of the cause if that is the case.

But if you really have no idea why you can't sleep, try these five easy steps. I've found each of them to be very effective, and not only for unexplained sleeplessness with clients, but also in times of personal stress.

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1. Give yourself a chance to produce 'sleep' hormones. Caffeine and other similar stimulants stay in your body hours after you ingest them. Caffeine, for example, is said to have a half-life of 12 hours. This means that if you have a latte at lunch, half of that caffeine will be pumping around your system at 12pm.

2. Embrace the darkness. Bright lights and loud noise stimulate your 'fight or flight' hormones. This means your body thinks it must be morning. Time to release 'get-up-and-go' hormones. Time to fire up all systems and prepare for the day ahead. Stop creating a false daytime in your lounge room. Try turning off the TV at least an hour (two would be better!) before bed. Here's a novel idea (no pun intended!) - read a book instead. visit: Toddler Behaviour

3. Set the mood. A dark and quiet room is most conducive to quality sleep. I once read a study that showed even a pinprick of light shined behind the subject's knee, in an otherwise pitch black room, caused stress hormones to be released, affecting the quality of sleep. Ensure that your blinds block out as much light as possible. If this is difficult to do, or if the sun shines in early, consider wearing a sleep mask. If you live in a noisy area, try playing a sleep tape. A rhythmic and soothing noise is better than random street noise. I'd also recommend turning off any TV's or other electronics, and turn your alarm face away from you. All these little things really do count!

4. Clear your mind and relax your body. Accept that you'll never get through your entire list of to-dos, so set a deadline for household and computer tasks. I'd suggest two hours before bed, or one at the very least. If further tasks or to-dos come to mind after that (and this includes when you're lying in bed) keep a small notepad near you and jot them down so you can forget about them for now. If you switch off work-mode completely, you'll give your body a chance to release off-ramp hormones and have a half-decent shot at sleep. visit: Potty Training

5. Eat the right foods. As a general rule, any processed or sugary foods (including alcohol!) will hype you up before bed. Until you digest those (non) foods, your body simply won't wind down properly. So, even if and when you do finally nod off, it won't be the best quality sleep. To find exactly which foods are right for your body (to ensure optimum health, weight and yes - sleep), consult a Metabolic Typing advisor such as myself. You can find an MT advisor in your area at http://www.metabolictyping.com Most will be able to help you out over phone or email as well as in person, and many will be happy to have an initial chat over the phone at no charge. If you'd like to know more about Metabolic Typing contact me at the email below for a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.

6. Try to get to bed at the same time each night, and wake around the same time also. Your body will appreciate the routine, and your sleep-wake hormones will regulate accordingly. The ideal sleep hours are between 10pm and 6am, as physical repair occurs between 10pm and 2am, and psychological repair between 2am and 6am.

So there you have it folks, I know that this will help you out if you give it a real go.

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