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Frequent wake ups during the night - advise needed

1 day ago (edited)

I read @volker-blasek article on habits that support better sleep, which I found really insightful.

My father struggles (he is 62 years old) not so much with falling asleep, but with frequent wake-ups throughout the night. His Apple Watch shows around 20 wake-ups each night (!!) which leaves him feeling very unrested in the morning.

Are there any supplements, routines, or approaches you would recommend for addressing frequent nighttime awakenings?

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· 1 day ago

I can only speak for myself, but whenever I wake up frequently at night, it’s usually because my mind just doesn’t calm down. What helps me most is trying to calm my mind at least 90 minutes before going to bed.

I do this by going for a short walk, meditating, reviewing and planning my day, and avoiding screens and especially notifications.

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