Ambien and Xanex
I have chronic insomnia. I have it really bad. I've been through years of therapy to work on my traumatic childhood and feel that I've dealt with what was dealt to me and I feel at peace in that regard. I do yoga, meditation, exercise regularly, limit caffeine, I have crystals that promote relaxation, a live sleep garden in my bedroom, darkening curtains, and keep it cool, dark and quiet. I still can't turn my mind off. The only thing that works for sure is 1mg of Xanex and 10 mg Ambien and when it's really bad a swig of Z-quil. I've gone off the meds and it was excruciating existence. I've tried every natural OTC you can name. Including Java Java... I just can't remember a time in my life where I have naturally slept.
p.s. today is 17 days AF. I did 18 months AF a year ago and even after all that sober time I still couldn't peace out at night.