I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • Circadian Rhythm

    Circadian Rhythm

    To improve my sleep, I try to go to bed and wake up at the same time. This stabilizes my circadian rhythm. A circadian rhythm is the body’s internal clock.…

  • Regulate

    To improve my sleep, I keep the temperature in my room regulated to as close to sixty seven degrees Fahrenheit (19.4 degrees Celsius) for an optimal sleeping temperature for me.…

  • Safe

    To improve my sleep, I am fortunate enough to have the ability to pay enough rent a room in a safe neighborhood. This increases my likelihood of being relaxed enough…

  • Exercise

    To improve my sleep, I like to get an adequate amount of exercise during the day. This ensures that my body is tired enough to fall asleep at bedtime. What…

  • Screens

    Screens

    To improve my sleep, I try to stay off of screens between 9pm and 10pm. This assists the brain calm down because it reduces stimuli processed by the brain. What…

  • No Caffeine After 3pm

    I take trazodone 30 minutes before I go to bed to improve my sleep. I also try not to drink caffeine after 3. What do you do to improve your…

  • Nah

    I already walked about 3000 steps and did squats today. I only did 10 squats, but I have been doing ten squats a day rather consistently since spring. I can…

  • Walk

    Walk

    I don’t wear my smart watch much anymore, but I would say I’ve walked about two or three thousand steps today. I could walk more; it is only the morning,…

  • Weed

    Weed

    One great way to deal with negative emotions is to smoke weed. Weed affects the hippocampus, where memory is stored. Smoking weed assists in forgetting the idea that caused the…

  • Take A Break

    One good way to deal with negative thoughts is to take a step back from the situation and take some time to think. Go for a walk to get rid…