Can't Sleep After Loss, You're Not Alone

The speaker, a nurse practitioner who has experienced multiple traumatic losses, discusses how grief commonly disrupts sleep through rumination, intrusive thoughts, stress and hormone changes, noting research that up to 91% of people with complicated grief have sleep problems and that untreated insomnia can worsen depression, anxiety and PTSD. They recommend cognitive behavioral therapy and share practical sleep-hygiene strategies: consistent bedtimes, reducing screen time and moving phones away, keeping the room cool, creating a wind-down ritual, using calming music or guided meditation, breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, limiting caffeine after noon and avoiding alcohol. They also mention options like occasional melatonin, potassium, essential oils, herbal teas, journaling (including dream journaling), mantras, and possibly weighted blankets, emphasizing persistence, seeking therapy or short-term medical help if needed, and finding support through community and lifelines.00:00 Grief And Sleepless Nights01:48 Why Grief Disrupts Sleep03:49 Help Options And Therapy05:06 Bedtime Routine Basics07:11 Music Breathing Meditation09:24 Caffeine Alcohol And Relaxation10:57 Natural Sleep Supports13:52 Journaling And Support17:04 Mantras And Final Encouragement🌀 Join the Creative Grief Journey Group for Emotional Empowerment...and support on Skool 🌟HERE 🌟Join my email list and don't miss a thing! HERE🔆 Transform you grief, Start a 30 days journal habit! Grab your 30 day journal prompts HEREDawn's Info:Facebook: Dawn Renee Bova IG:  https://www.instagram.com/dawnreneebova/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/HeARTworkbyDawn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-renee-bova-304049239 Email: [email protected]