Reasons for the onset of insomnia and efforts to overcome it

I would like to talk about the cause that came to me despite never having insomnia, as well as the changes that arose due to insomnia. I will also share my mindset and lifestyle habits in my efforts to overcome insomnia.

 

It seems that my insomnia has been around for more than 4 to 5 years. I have never had trouble sleeping while working, and I found it difficult to understand people who suffer from insomnia because I have never experienced such hardship myself. Setting an alarm to wake up in the morning was natural for me, but even I started to experience insomnia.

 

The failure of the family business began over five years ago, and even I, who am optimistic and easygoing, gradually became more sensitive.

 

The days of sleepless nights have continued a few times, becoming a habit, and I used to sleep well without even trying to fall asleep. However, I am now experiencing the pain of insomnia. I acknowledge and accept that I cannot undo the resentment towards my family and the financial losses caused by it, repeating this mentally hundreds of times while trying to sleep. But people are quite realistic. I believe I have tried many things. For me, who used to wake up feeling refreshed and consider good sleep part of a pleasant day, not being able to get restful sleep has been an immense pain.

 

I tried taking headache medicine, calming pills, and even tried to sleep, but none of it was very effective. As soon as I lie down and close my eyes to sleep, worries about whether I can sleep today flood in, so I think I have changed a lot myself. I feel that staying awake all night makes a person’s mind feel foggy, and that makes it difficult for a person all day long. If I only have a tough day, it’s okay, but when a day turns into two days, and then a month like that, I feel myself weakening both mentally and physically.

 

After spending several years like that, I guess I have gradually become numb or the life has become familiar, and the anxiety, shock, and resentment that my body once accepted have softened. My insomnia has also gradually improved. Of course, I use various methods. I also receive help from aromatherapy, and when I sleep, I sometimes play soft piano pieces or the sound of rain quietly. Additionally, I have undergone psychological counseling multiple times during this process to heal my mind, and even now, I meditate once a day while playing relaxing music in a comfortable position.

 

 

In the afternoon, I take a break and enjoy a cup of coffee. I go for a walk every day. Right now, walking has become an essential part of my daily routine that I never miss.

 

 

Listening to classical music or piano performances while walking is, above all, a precious time that heals my heart.

 

 

I try to take care of myself personally. I plan to continue caring for and cherishing myself so I can improve even more in the future. Some people around me don't understand those who are struggling with insomnia, but it would be good to be more understanding and considerate of their perspective.