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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 5:04:01 GMT -5
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Post by unknownpipesmoker on Aug 12, 2018 5:19:40 GMT -5
When this strikes I just quit trying, dim the lights, ans sink into a deep contemplative mood with a strong VaPer like bullseye flake or a strong English like gas light, quiet nights, or nightcap. A lot of great ideas and memories flow though my mind this way.
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 5:22:07 GMT -5
...can't stop my mind tonight...
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Post by headrott on Aug 12, 2018 6:11:00 GMT -5
Can relate, brother. I have a friend (personally) with the same problem. Have you tried meditation? Most of the time, my insomnia is due to blood sugar issues, however. But can definitely relate to the insomnia issue.
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Post by Baboo on Aug 12, 2018 7:24:23 GMT -5
I've tried meditation, but my emotionally troubling rapid-fire ruminating thoughts just kept getting in the way.
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Post by headrott on Aug 12, 2018 7:31:21 GMT -5
I've tried meditation, but my emorionally troubling rapid-fire ruminating thoughts just kept getting in the way. 🤯🤯🤯😳 Oh I get it Baboo. I like to think of it as concentrating, without thinking. It does take discipline and self control, certainly. Anything worthwhile does, however, brother. Edit: Perhaps we can realate it to smoking a certain blend, in a certain pipe, to get maximum enjoyment. The motivations are related. |
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Aug 12, 2018 7:35:20 GMT -5
I try to stay awake in this situation
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Post by headrott on Aug 12, 2018 7:40:59 GMT -5
I try to stay awake in this situation It's obviously effective!  |
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Post by SCF Dan on Aug 12, 2018 7:42:01 GMT -5
Sorry to hear you're not sleeping well. Just know, you're not alone. It's been quite a while since I slept well. But, there are some routines I employ to help. PM me if you're interested.
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Post by McWiggins on Aug 12, 2018 7:43:33 GMT -5
Maybe I'm wierd but if my mind is running and/or I cant sleep, I find watch a craftsman making a knife or turning wood to be relaxing. Eventually I'll start feeling better and even sleepy.
Later I think how it would be nice to learn those skills and then life kicks in and I'm too busy and lack the funds at the moment. lol
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Post by oldcajun123 on Aug 12, 2018 7:55:25 GMT -5
 I know the feeling, with my new puppy Buddy, it’s every 2 to 3 hrs doing the pee pee or Ka Ka, but hey I did it to myself. Usually I can sleep at will, as I get older it’s a no no. I’ve been blessed with a mind that rehearses everything I’m to do the next day, it’s a cross I have to bear, laying down and visually doing whatever chore the next day is exhausting and just when it’s time to get up, damn I’m ready to fall asleep.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 8:04:10 GMT -5
I have many nights of very poor sleeping. I’ll either read or lately watch a movie or two. I use to come on here at times but I don’t want my post count going to high👍👍👍
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 10:04:28 GMT -5
Sorry to hear your frustration. Thanks for self-moderating. I'm normally quite a good sleeper but when I wake, if my brain turns on then there's no shutting it down. When the music starts playing in my head I'm done for. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 10:08:17 GMT -5
Sorry to hear your frustration. Thanks for self-moderating. I'm normally quite a good sleeper but when I wake, if my brain turns on then there's no shutting it down. When the music starts playing in my head I'm done for. Paddy, are you also hearing voices talking to you?  ? What music do you hear? |
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 10:09:27 GMT -5
Sorry to hear your frustration. Thanks for self-moderating. I'm normally quite a good sleeper but when I wake, if my brain turns on then there's no shutting it down. When the music starts playing in my head I'm done for. Paddy, are you also hearing voices talking to you? ? What music do you hear? Whatever my brain starts playing. But once it starts that's me up. I pretty much always have a song in my head. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 10:15:18 GMT -5
Here in the States we refer to it as a “ ear worm “, when a song keeps playing in your head...that’s normal. However, if you hear voices talking to you, it’s time to see a Psychiatrist 😜😜😜😜😂
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 10:17:13 GMT -5
Here in the States we refer to it as a “ ear worm “, when a song keeps playing in your head...that’s normal. However, if you hear voices talking to you, it’s time to see a Psychiatrist 😜😜😜😜😂 At the minute, it's just my own, so I'm good for now. Although sometimes I react to myself and my wife loves to slag me off because of it. She finds it hilarious. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 12, 2018 11:23:31 GMT -5
...can't stop my mind tonight... I get like that some nights. Sometimes I have great ideas for remembrances and stories that I would like to write down, but no energy to actually do it. Some other nights it's just worrying about nothing important. I need more physical activity than I am able to accomplish. |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 12, 2018 12:23:48 GMT -5
Hang in there.
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Post by arturo7 on Aug 12, 2018 12:25:44 GMT -5
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Post by radioguy on Aug 12, 2018 12:46:18 GMT -5
Putting the mind in neutral is my problem. Started when i retired.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 12:50:05 GMT -5
Melatonin and it is most effective in small mg. doses. I use 3mg. and cut them in half. A normal turn in time, give or take 30 minutes helps. The Sleep Bank likes routine.
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 13:03:34 GMT -5
VERY much appreciate the thoughts, kind words and helpful suggestions. I've tried nearly everything (meditation, Melatonin, prescription sleeping pills) and I've found the best way to deal with it is to just stay awake. I'm guessing the issue last night was The New Yorker Magazine turning down my last submission.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 13:08:45 GMT -5
Sorry to hear that Martin, submit to other magazines as well....good luck👍
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 13:17:20 GMT -5
Sorry to hear that Martin, submit to other magazines as well....good luck👍 I do. Every once in a while, one gets published. Writing ain't for sissies, lol... |
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Aug 12, 2018 13:22:24 GMT -5
Here in the States we refer to it as a “ ear worm “, when a song keeps playing in your head...that’s normal. However, if you hear voices talking to you, it’s time to see a Psychiatrist 😜😜😜😜😂 If someone has been a jerk to you and you want to exact sweet evil revenge  Look at them and just sing S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! Gonna keep on dancin' to the Rock and roll On Saturday night, Saturday night Dancin' to the rhythm in our Heart and soul On Saturday night, Saturday night I-I-I just can't wait I-I-I got a date. If that don't ruin the rest of their day well, then they just have no soul! See it worked, you're gonna sing this the rest of the day! Diabolical I tell ya. |
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 13:23:40 GMT -5
Here in the States we refer to it as a “ ear worm “, when a song keeps playing in your head...that’s normal. However, if you hear voices talking to you, it’s time to see a Psychiatrist 😜😜😜😜😂 If someone has been a jerk to you and you want to exact sweet evil revenge Look at them and just sing S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! Gonna keep on dancin' to the Rock and roll On Saturday night, Saturday night Dancin' to the rhythm in our Heart and soul On Saturday night, Saturday night I-I-I just can't wait I-I-I got a date. If that don't ruin the rest of their day well, then they just have no soul! See it worked, you're gonna sing this the rest of the day! Diabolical I tell ya. ...you're a bad man, Pete, lol... |
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Aug 12, 2018 13:24:29 GMT -5
If someone has been a jerk to you and you want to exact sweet evil revenge Look at them and just sing S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! Gonna keep on dancin' to the Rock and roll On Saturday night, Saturday night Dancin' to the rhythm in our Heart and soul On Saturday night, Saturday night I-I-I just can't wait I-I-I got a date. If that don't ruin the rest of their day well, then they just have no soul! See it worked, you're gonna sing this the rest of the day! Diabolical I tell ya. ...you're a bad man, Pete, lol... When pushed |
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Aug 12, 2018 13:29:20 GMT -5
...you're a bad man, Pete, lol... When pushed I used to be a very angry person. The voices tell me I'm all better now. |
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 13:34:04 GMT -5
I used to be a very angry person. The voices tell me I'm all better now. ...the voices are correct. |
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I know the feeling, with my new puppy Buddy, it’s every 2 to 3 hrs doing the pee pee or Ka Ka, but hey I did it to myself. Usually I can sleep at will, as I get older it’s a no no. I’ve been blessed with a mind that rehearses everything I’m to do the next day, it’s a cross I have to bear, laying down and visually doing whatever chore the next day is exhausting and just when it’s time to get up, damn I’m ready to fall asleep.
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Look at them and just sing S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y NIGHT! Gonna keep on dancin' to the Rock and roll On Saturday night, Saturday night Dancin' to the rhythm in our Heart and soul On Saturday night, Saturday night I-I-I just can't wait I-I-I got a date. If that don't ruin the rest of their day well, then they just have no soul!