All of us had trouble sleeping at one point in our lives. It could be because of stress, anxiety or even excitement. I remember back in college, I took some sleeping medication just to get a good night’s rest. I eventually stopped after a few days because I didn’t want to be dependent on it. My sleepless nights was because of school stress — cramming, overnight studying, etc. I don’t remember what I did, but I did get to sleep properly after a few days.

Then those sleepless nights came back a few months ago. My sister suggested Tylenol PM or Benadryl, but I wasn’t sick so I didn’t take any of those. I’m the type of person now who will not take any medication unless needed. I don’t even drink pain relievers. I only do so when I can’t move because of the pain, but if I can tolerate it — no meds then.

I ended wearing a Philip Stein bracelet to bed. I did help for quite a bit, but the prolonged use of the stainless bracelet gave me allergies so I had to remove it.

I’m now using a lavender aromatherapy memory foam pillow which I bought from a friend who owns the biggest mattress / pillow factory in the country. It needs a little getting used to but it helps.

As I was surfing the net, I saw some natural sleeping aids like chamomile tea, lavender, lemon balm and celery!

The celery really intrigued me. Since it’s loaded with sedatives, all you do is munch on a little and you’re off to dreamland~!

I like chamomile tea a lot. It not only helps you relax, it can also aid in digestive problems and menstrual cramps.

Anyway, I’m off to dreamland~

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