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It’s time for bed and all you want to do is sleep, but you can’t. Being exhausted, yet not being able to fall asleep is a very frustrating experience. You know you’re tired, you know you need to sleep, yet for some reason you can’t and the more you try, the harder you find it is to drift off. While over-the-counter sleep remedies can certainly help you fall asleep, they often leave you feeling groggy. Instead of using chemically engineered products, try beating your insomnia the natural way.

Working out may give your body and your brain the kick it needs to fall asleep. Exercising during the day helps you burn off energy, making it easier to reach Neverland at the end of the day. Go for walks, do some cardio, practice yoga; do exercises that interest you. Whatever type of exercise you choose to do, do it at least 4 hours before bed so that your adrenaline levels off before sleep. You’ll fall asleep easier, feel rested and get physically fit.

Make yourself a cup of chamomile tea. The chamomile herb is thought to be a relaxant, making it easier for you to sleep. Make yourself a cup of chamomile tea about an hour before bedtime and you may find that you’ll have an easier time falling asleep. The effects of the herb itself, coupled with the soothing qualities of the warm tea work together to create a relaxed state that is conducive to sleep.

Treat yourself to a spa-like experience before going to be. Draw a hot bath filled with lavender bubbles, or take a hot shower and wash with lavender soap. Breathe in the lavender-infused steam, close your eyes and just relax. Play some soft music while you’re bathing or showering, making the environment even more relaxing. After your shower or bath, slip into lavender-scented linens and let yourself drift off to sleep.