Posts Tagged ‘ Insomnia ’

Good Old-Fashioned Hard Work And A Good Night’s Sleep

Aug 16th, 2012 | By
Good Old-Fashioned Hard Work And A Good Night’s Sleep

Why do we sleep? What is sleep? The truth is, we don’t really know. All we know is that human beings, along with most animals, need sleep to survive. Good things happen when we do sleep, and going without sleep can eliminate our ability to function. Under normal circumstances, it’s actually impossible for us to not sleep. After a certain period of wakefulness, sleep becomes involuntary. When we try to fight the body’s natural need for sleep, serious consequences may result. In June 2012, a story appeared in the newspapers about a soccer fan who
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Natural Relief for Insomnia

Oct 3rd, 2011 | By
Natural Relief for Insomnia

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that afflicts many people. Studies show that 20 to 30 percent of American adults suffer from it. When we lack sleep it can lead to other health problems, like high blood pressure. Getting a good night’s sleep consistently is one of the most healing and revitalizing experiences people can have.
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Insomnia: Part II – Solutions to Help You Sleep

Jan 17th, 2011 | By
Insomnia: Part II – Solutions to Help You Sleep

Your own experience should be your best guide to combating insomnia. If napping seems to enhance your waking hours, it’s probably a good choice. If it leaves you feeling lethargic, or seems to interfere with your nighttime sleep, then it’s probably not for you. Beyond Habits: Intervention OK, so you do your best to keep
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Insomnia: Part One

Jan 13th, 2011 | By
Insomnia: Part One

Let the end of thy first sleep raise thee from thy repose: then hath the body the best temper; then hath thy soul the least encumbrance — Francis Quarles Nothing refreshes like a good night’s sleep. And there’s little as frustrating, uncomfortable—and potentially debilitating and even dangerous—as a bad night’s sleep, or no sleep at
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