I keep my room extra dark! I make sure that the cable box, and TV light are blocked. the light from the bathroom with the toothbrush light is blocked or turned off. it helps me achieve a deeper level of restful sleep.

After I take my meds I know I have a window of time that I can force myself to turn off the lights and go to sleep. past that, I miss the window, and I am awake till 3 or 4. So, I take my meds, and one hour later, I force myself to make it dark and try to rest. If I fall asleep great! if not, I dont beat myself up, but I do give it a good try.

I dont drink tea or coffee products past 12 noon. Even soda with caffiene is a no no past noon.

I have a wind down routine. i take a warm bath, and massage myself with lotions. I rub my feet, and rub my arms, tell myself to relax, let go, release.

I make sure the room is not too hot or too cold. either way could keep you awake shivering or sweating. Cog fog sets in when I am hot, then I cant think, and cant get to sleep.

Trial and error. figure out what works for you. On those nights that it works, celebrate! on those that it doesnt, dont beat yourself up. Take it in stride and find rest thru the day.