Former Insomniac by End Insomnia
Episodes
How Long Should I Spend in Bed?
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the End Insomnia System, the period you set aside for sleep each night is called your âsleep window.âEstablishing a consistent sleep windo...
To Sleep Better at Night, Stop Doing These 10 Things
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To understand why current insomnia solutions fail, we must acknowledge that insomnia is rooted in anxiety and hyperarousal.To fix insomnia, we often t...
The Truth Behind What Keeps Insomnia Going
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I spent years suffering from insomnia.Hereâs why:First, I spent a lot of time doing nothing about it.Second, once I started doing things to solve it...
How Long Does it Take to Recover from Insomnia?
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As someone who has successfully treated insomnia after 5 brutal years of suffering, I know it was tempting for me to put the recovery on a timeline.I ...
Why CBT-i (the âGold Standardâ) Doesnât Work for Insomnia
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I recently watched Matthew Walker (presumably the âfaceâ of âsleepâ worldwide) on Andrew Hubermanâs latest podcast episode.He was talking ab...
How to Make Peace With the Discomfort at Night
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To truly find peace at night, it is important to address not just one aspect of your nighttime routine but your overall anxiety about sleep and its da...
What To Do When Youâre Awake in Bed
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you find yourself wide awake at night when youâd rather be sleeping, some things can make the problem worse.But there are also things you can d...
What to Do Before Going to Bed
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what to "do" before bedtime?Inside the End Insomnia Program, we recommend some activities to help transition you into a sleep-ready...
To Fall Asleep Quick and Easy, Do This
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A critical initial step in overcoming insomnia involves increasing the Sleep Starting Force.It has two elements: your sleep drive and circadian rhythm...
Find Support Overcoming Your Insomnia
16 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why find support fixing your insomnia in the first place?Yes, you can go at it alone.But many find their journey through insomnia is easier, faster, a...
Don't Blame 'All' Your Problems on Insomnia
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, having insomnia makes life a lot harder.It can easily become a central obsession, but itâs important to recognize that sleep issues are not res...
Rough Nights Đre Đn Đpportunity
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Changing your mindset about insomnia can be a game-changer.Imagine looking at those tough, sleepless nights as golden chances to better your sleep gam...
You Are NOT an Insomniac
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To end insomnia for good, there are key mindset shifts you need to embrace to leave your "insomniac life" behind. Listen to this episode to learn abou...
Finding Resilience During the Day After a Bad Night
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Waking up tired and dragging yourself through the day, dreading another sleepless night, is tough.It's all too easy to start avoiding the things you l...
To Beat Insomnia Embrace Discomfort at Night
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I want to discuss how you can transform your nighttime experience from one of restlessness and anxiety to one of calm and acceptance.This isn't...
What to Do at Night When You Can't Sleep
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably envied someone who can sleep easily:They just hit the pillow, let their thoughts drift, and they're asleep.But if you're struggling wi...
The Effortless Way to Prepare for Sleep (How to Wind Down)
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Although there is no guarantee that a wind down will help you sleep on any individual night, maintaining a wind-down routine over time helps set the s...
Transform Your Sleep: The Power of a Proper Sleep Window đ
20 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried really hard to fall asleep and just ended up tossing and turning?I get it; we've all been there.Trying to force sleep is...
Unlock the Secrets of Sleep: the Two Forces that Guide Your Slumber
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Only two forces control your sleep.The sleep-starting force and the sleep-stopping force.Understanding these will be your first step towards peaceful ...
The Truth Behind Your Sleepless Nights
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Insomnia, at its core, is rooted in anxiety.It's not a physical condition like heart disease or cancer but rather a psychological one.Recognizing inso...
From Tired to Inspired: The Science Behind Beating Insomnia with Sleep Knowledge
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People with insomnia work very hard to not be people with insomnia. By the time someone comes across the End Insomnia System, they generally feel...
Listen to This if You Think Your Body or Brain is Broken (Hint: It Isnât)
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I wanted to address common concerns people have when following the End Insomnia System, the system I and 100s of others have used to recover fr...
The Truth About Nighttime Rituals: How to Really Beat Insomnia
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we have insomnia, we often try many things to sleep better, spending time, energy, and money on different quick fixes and methods we hear should ...
Shedding Light on Sleep: How Your Daytime Routines Might Be Keeping You Awake
09 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we will discuss things people do before bedtime to âhelpâ them sleep.You might have tried different activities to relax before bed to fall ...
The Paradox of Sleep Efforts: Finding Real Rest
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I had insomnia, I used to go to bed early, sleep in late to try to catch up, and also take long naps during the day. I also used to go to be...
You Canât Force Yourself to Sleep, Yet Here Are Ways You Try To
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we feel trapped, miserable, and desperately want to escape the prospect of having insomnia forever, we often try to take matters into our own han...
The 8 Phases Before a Peaceful Sleep From Insomnia
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While overcoming insomnia always has ups and downs, I wanted to share the phases that people who use the End Insomnia System, including myself, went t...
The ONLY Two Factors That Control Your Sleep (Nothing Else Can)
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding how sleep works can provide a lot of hope and relief because youâll see that you donât need to do so much to make sleep happen.You j...
No, Your Insomnia is NOT Unique (I Know You Think It Is)
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A good definition of insomnia is âhigh anxiety and reactivity regarding not sleeping, which in turn inhibits or interrupts normal sleep.âAlthough ...
How Insomnia Occurs and Why Itâs Maintained
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How does insomnia occur?First, you have certain risk factors. Next, there is an event that triggers an initial episode of insomnia.After a stress...
You Are NOT Broken and Insomnia Will Not Kill You
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might hear that you are harming yourself and sabotaging your full human potential unless you sleep eight hours.My worry of not getting 8 hours of ...
8 Major Ways We Are Sabotaging Sleep During Insomnia
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To get control over the process of getting to sleep and staying asleep, we try all sorts of strategies like supplements, bedtime teas, relaxation ritu...
6 Proven Steps I Followed to End My Insomnia After 5 Years of Brutal Suffering
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The six steps I followed after I suffered for 5 brutal years thinking I was "broken" and something was wrong with me and my body.--Looking to end inso...