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My insomnia struggle started postpartum with a Milk feeding problem (had to draw my Milk every 3 h day and night) and in betwwen I had 2h where I 'should' sleep. ... this was the beginning of a 12 year long struggle where I tried everything and was convinced that my neurotransmitters were damaged.....I had every possible problem relater to this, sleep jerks, terrible tinnitus from IRSS ...ans and I tried every possible remède... If I only had known that all the efforts I put in fired back on me and that nothing was physically wrong. I am so grateful for this channel. You are such a blessing in this world. I needed only to listen to your videos, and it took me not long to figure it all out and sleep very well again. Bless you!! I wished I found you earlier because I went through hell.

Exactly correct Coach. Thank you for all you do!

The coaching program is exceptional, best decision I made to learn and leave insomnia behind. Thank you Daniel

So helpful to hear the testimony of someone who understands the stress of expat life. Thank you!🙏

I was better for a while. Relapsed once again. I liked the befriending concept at first, but honestly I hate being awake, and I don't want to do anything in the middle of the night.. these relapses destroy me. I was sleeping so well.

Hey could you add this to the hypnic jerks playlist?

Oh can I ever relate. Hearing this is so distressing but true, every bit of it.

I think this same approach will work during the daytime too. I've been using it the past few days and I've noticed that overall I'm feeling better.

What would you say to people if their question is “what if my hyperarousal or anxiety is always active every night about something and I don’t get a good sleep for a long period time”?

Love the fact that you don't shy away from any difficult question.But how is "awareness and knowledge" going to remove the deep down fear of not falling asleep ?

Hi Chris/Daniel. I came across your story via the link in the bedytime info on the Sleep Coach Page. Ive been looking at the various options in terms of that extra layer of external support, ie app, Immunity programme v continuing on my own. Having just finished listening to your recovery journey, i want to first thank you for being so honest, particularly around the 5.40 mark in the video where you talk about being admitted to s Psychiatric ward and being suicidal. I recently took part in a small group discussion hosted by Alina, where i mentioned how i have hit myself in the face at the height of my frustration/struggles. Whilst it was difficult to admit, it did bring a sense of relief that i could talk about how insomnia had been impacting on my emotional wellbeing. Thank you. It was interesting to hear your thoughts on the moment you chose to sign up to the app. It feels like im in a very similar position in terms of my journey. Ive definitely made improvements in my recovery journey, thanks to the education, inspiring recovery stories that normalise struggles, but give hope where previously hopelessness was very much embedded. I like the idea of connecting and being held by a coach. Whilst i have extremely supportive family members, it can still feel a lonely place to be and from time to time, you can question whether you will get to the promised land and with continued speedbumps (i had one last night which followed a very good nights sleep), you do still question whether you are on the right path. Ive nevwr been one for believing that things happen for a reason, however having insomnia has helped me to take a step back and reflect on my wider issues of anxiety, self-criticism, issues around control etc. Im now at what feels an important crossroad in my journey, whether to continue the recovery journey without the additional personalised support or take the plunge and sign up for the app /immunity programme. I dont think its necessarily the extra financial outlay thats stopping me, most likely the idea that i should be able to resolve my insomnia without this additinal layer of support. Thank you again for sharing such a personal insight. Ian

I find the sleep window has been somewhat helpful for me. But like you been times when I've been falling asleep before the window then struggling once in bed . It's so frustrating. I think the biggest key is to be ok being awake In bed like we were before insomnia. Just takes some practice.

"Challenge long-held narratives about sleep." - So good, Aly! Being courageous enough to see the story is what takes the power away from insomnia 🧡

I am not there. I don't understand this problem. Why is this happening to me. My brain don't shut down at all. I don't fall asleep.

Not just not feeling sleepy but feeling such a physical agitation that your hands swolen, your body jerks just when it should feel heavy and sleepy, which i later learned that this is my old sleeping que, altered by anxiety. But they fade away with time.

I got a tip for momsomnia.. fixing your schedule temporarly to just sleepvwhen your baby sleep and wake up when he/she wake up.thank you for your efforts and again god bless you❤

i am here now and have been for some time.. still with speed bumps in between, now i have somniphobia when im going through the tired phase

This is great advice, whoever suffered from insomnia needs to hear, wonderful, thank you 🙏 for sharing !

Just what I needed to hear Coach Cristian! I have been experiencing the Houdini Effect nightly for a few weeks. Do you think the CBT- i program I also took left residual and lingering fear? I will be reading in bed and fall asleep and then startle myself awake. This may be something I need to keep experiencing until my brain feels that there is nothing to fear. Thank you🙏

Not only that, you also start to feel sad, as if a good friend goes away, which is the opposite of what you think is going to happen. But is also very normal because your mind is finally saying goodbye to something, that had been holding on for a long time. Its releasing all the barriers for once.

Hi Cristian! I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for this insightful video. I have been experiencing chronic insomnia since April 2021, triggered by an event. Since then, I have been relying on medication prescribed by a psychiatrist. Unfortunately, despite trying various medications, I have yet to find a permanent solution. However, I am hesitant to let go or taper down due to an upcoming major surgery for my ovarian cysts. The doctors have advised me to prioritize rest, but how can I sleep as my current medication (Ativan 2mg & Zolmia 10 mg) seems to be less effective now. The fear of the surgery and the unknown is overwhelming. I am apprehensive about enduring potential pain during the procedure and am deeply concerned about my ability to sleep both pre and post-surgery. This anxiety is hindering my ability to rest adequately, which is further exacerbating my insomnia. Additionally, my psychiatrist has suggested switching to Xanax, but I am reluctant to make this change. Instead, I am determined to persevere with my current prescription until my recovery. However, my fear is consuming me, and I find myself questioning my decision. I greatly appreciate any advice or courage. Thank you for your time.

What is the best approach for resistance to both sleep and wakefulness?

Wow! This is one of the most powerful experiences I have seen. Rewriting the narrative you have created. Thanks Aly and Daniel!

Do you not recommend Martin reed?

So grateful for your videos. I've been struggling with insomnia for a couple months now, basically due to intrusive and obsessive thoughts about work (what's coming tomorrow.) Watching your videos helped me realize that I am perpetuating the problem due to my fear of not sleeping and my desire for control. Last night, I was able to let go of the idea of forcing sleep, and I actually slept fairly well. I wish I had found this channel sooner!

I don't see how I could not care about something so essential and ellusive as sleep. I can't remember even what I did an hour ago I am so tired so I am not absorbing what I am doing. All I want is sleep and a working memory. Gratitude for what? I can't live an ordinary life. I will try the program. Is it only available on an app or how does it work? I see testimonials but how do I get the information?

ive had the same thoughts about Gaza Brady. this is a great interview, thank you

I definatley have a very Sporadic form of Fatal Insomnia. It hit me overnight in Feb 2024. I have the symptom of not being able to sleep at all. The sleep switch has gone from my brain. I am on so many sedatives to knock me out. I have some of the other symptoms such as terrible memory and cognition, major depression, anxiety, body jerks and other endrocine malfunctioning. I am terrified of the sedatives stopping to work and they are wearing off in knocking me out. I am terrified of hallucinations and dying the most horrible death and then my afterlife scares me. Doctors do not listen and say I do not have it and my sleep will return. I do not know where to turn to or where I will go to die once all the sedatives stop. When they stop, my sleep stops. I have been told a human body can last about one month with zero sleep. I know people say the odds are so low to having it I say why not? Odds are still odds, it is not nil!

Hi coach daniel.. i am in financial crisis...i can coach with you ...i am very interested in working with you but i cant attend your sleep coach course because i cant afford the fees.. can you help to gain some money by coaching or just givre an advice with what to do to earn money.. i am in financial crisis..thank you

This is so good to hear, thank you!

This: "All humans prefer to sleep well, but we can learn to become more impartial, less emotionally attached and reactive to any given night of sleep." So good to just lower the emotions around our sleep quality! If we could just make it almost boring... our brains could relax and then... all of a sudden we're less wired.

This is a horrendous illness. I am sure Kasper is now so nervous for himslef. I have Sporadic Fatal Insomnia but not coming from prion mutation, something hit my nervous system. It hit me so quickly over 3 nights 10th-13th Feb 2024. I can not sleep at all, no sleepiness in my brain ever. I have completely lost the ability to sleep. I only get knocked out by 4 different tablets. I am so scared of what lies ahead.

I struggled with Hyponic jerks and insomnia for 8 months. I jerked all night just like Shelby. I found Coach Daniel and I truly believe if I didn’t discover this content I would be in a very dark place mentally. I was going insane and wanted to end my life. Thank you Coach Daniel for helping me overcome the “torture chamber” I encountered every night. It’s been a journey and I’m so thankful for your work ❤

Then how does wonderwall fit with this if you have neither no fear or trying to control sleep through the wonder wall yet you say wondering causes enough arousal to maintain insomnia.

I have a crazy Sporadic Fatal Insomnia for sure but it is not a prion mutation, it is something in my nervous system broken down and wrecked. It hit me over a 3 night period on 10th to 13th Feb 2024 when I could no longer sleep AT ALL. I can not fall asleep, my brain never gets sleepy. Sleep is COMPLETELY impossible. My whole brain is so changed, I feel like a stranger to myself and I am walking around without my person. Other functions are completely gone too. I do feel like a human being. It is torture. I did this to myself and I am dying and I am so scared of my exit from this world and even more scared of hereafter. 4 months later and I am on Zopiclone, Mertazapine, Quetiapine, Melatonin to knock me out at night and they are starting to wear off. It all feels sureal like one massive horrible nightmare that I should wake from but it isn't. I look at life going on around me as I live in a beautiful place with beautiful people as I was once successful like them having a dream career and pay and everything in this world but now I am the worlds's greatest looser and feel like an tortured exile from life.

I'm struggling with insomnia for over two years now. I already know all the teachings but i'm stuck in a loop. I'm afraid of not sleeping because of the consequences. Its ruining my Recovery. And this fear is real.

I am glad tou decided not to take all those drugs as they can really .....cause havoc on your body, mind, & spirit ❤

Great insight. Thank you, truly. You are literally the 1 person that helped the most all this time.

Absolutely BRILLIANT. Thank you so very much!

I really relate to Inez’s personality and how she first reacted to anxiety and wakefulness. I hope I can learn how to deal with those as she did. Still learning that.

This is case 22 confirmed. But I am sure there must be more undiagnosed individuals worldwide.

I started getting stressed about my sleep a while ago. I stated having hypnic jerks during my sleep. This then progressed to me waking up after an hour sleep feeling hot and having a harder heart beat. I had a panic attack after one of these events. This then led to it happening every few months maybe a few times a month. Then I started worrying that I was sick and had lots of other stress going on in my life, the it started happening more and more. One night I freaked out so bad I went to A and E. I’ve convinced myself I have sleep apnea or something else wrong. I’m getting lots of investigations from the doctors. Could this all be hyperarousal?

I’ve been waking up after an hour and my heart will be pounding a little like a shot of adrenaline. Sometimes I’ll have a panic attack because of this. Sometimes I don’t. It can happen once a night and rarely it’ll happen a few times but always 40mins - an hour. I have ptsd and anxiety disorder. I’ve convinced myself something is wrong with my heart. I’ve had ECGs and blood tests but the doctor thinks I’m ok. I’m now going for a sleep study. Some nights I’ll sleep fine and it won’t happen. Could this be hyperarousal?

Precisely. Outstanding analysis.

Hi Daniel, I love your channel. If you no longer recommend the traditional CBTI, that you are teaching in your old videos, wouldn't it be better to retire them? Or if you would like to keep the full history of the channel, you could make a flag in the videos, referring people to your newer videos.

This sounds like a story of my life (elder millennial + type A + insomnia). I’m on the journey of recovery but now experiencing speedbumps. I find the part where you talked about the willingness to accept the return of insomnia very useful (I think you use the term “exposure”). I’m going through that rough patch right now and as a type A person, your brain frames this as a failure. I like how you think of this as an opportunity to reinforce a new thinking/framing, that is a natural process of recovery. Thanks so much for sharing your insights and stories.

Thank you! I’ve recently given up thinking or counting how many hours I’ve slept. It’s difficult because conventional wisdom tells us we must get 7-9 hours of sleep or else!

Such a powerful video

Thank you Aly! This was so wonderful. I love your style of teaching! Excited to hear more of your wisdom! 🩷

After a year of good sleep again, last week I was going through a tough situation. I couldnt sleep and noticed it. I began to feel that adrenaline rush again and began to slightly panic on my bed and I had to decide not to worry and react to not sleeping. I decided to stay up, watch some UA-cam travel videos on my couch while my wife slept in the bedroom (I really enjoy those videos) and I woke up a few hours later. I didnt notice I fell asleep. I dropped my guard and decided not to worry. It worked! If I fall alseep, it is okay. If not, it is still okay. I hope this helps someone!