There are times you feel as if you are hanging on by your fingers and toes [which you can't feel anyhow?] from the ceiling. I've not tried ear plugs tho, maybe they mite help? I've been afraid to consider them tho, as it diminishes one's self-defense alert systems. Danged if you do? Danged if you don't!
Hoping you get a good nite's sleep soon. - j

PS I know there IS a medical term for that 'startle' effect? But, hasn't come to me yet! It will come to me or others I'm sure.

Sure does get the blood pumping tho, doesn't it ?

Good patience and luck! - j