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This has been a long standing problem for me. I've tried relaxation/visualization techniques, meditation CDs, deep breathing exercises but my thoughts just keep racing.
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I am on disabilities for several different things, most of which comes with the high cost of pain. I take medications on a regular basis and if foor some reason I don't take my night time medications, I don't go to sleep at all. With the medications, I sleep for about 3-4 hours. I am under a lot of stress right now (which has been steadily growing for the past two years) but the thought of not being able to sleep without medication disturbs me. NOTE*** The medications are not for sleep, they are for pain - but they are not pain medications... they're neurological meds that have a small effect on reducing my pain level.
'm willing to listen to any suggestions for shutting down and meditating
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~Peni