Going to sleep isn’t always easy, even when you’re tired. Here are ways to combat insomnia.
An excerpt from Ellen Forney’s ‘Rock Steady’
“Good
wakefulness and good sleep go hand in hand,” according to cartoonist
Ellen Forney. But what happens when you’re battling insomnia? Lack of
sleep makes mentally showing up for work or social commitments difficult
and draining.
In her new graphic novel, “Rock Steady: Brilliant Advice From My Bipolar Life,”
Forney shares some of her sleeping tips, from progressive muscle
relaxation to giving yourself an orgasm in order to drift off.
Read her guide to insomnia below, and follow @thelilynews on Instagram as we feature excerpts from Forney’s book in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month:
