counting sheep

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Why count sheep?

Sillychick @Sillychick (3275) • United States 27 Aug 08

I have heard this for years-- if you can't sleep, try counting sheep. But why? How does it help? I assume the rhythm, repetition and focusing on something other than trying to fall asleep or whatever stress is keeping you awake....

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Does counting sheep really work?

kharen @kharen (1488) • Philippines 19 Jul 08

I've tried to count sheep before to get me to sleep yet it didn't work. I get tired of counting and find something to do. Is it advisable to count sheep to put some people to sleep? I've heard doctors prescribe this kind of matter...

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Does it really work?

arkaf61 @arkaf61 (10881) • Canada 2 Jan 08

Ok I"m actually quite good with sleeping. Normally I just lay down and pouffff I'm asleep. I don't usually wake up during the night either, but if I do for some reason I don't stay up hours trying to get back to sleep, I just turn...

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How Fast Does It Take You To Get To Sleep

tep91005 @tep91005 (375) • United States 3 Jul 07

When I was young I used to watch my dad sit back in his recliner and zonk out. In no time he was asleep. All he had to do was close his eyes. I can't do that at all. As soon as I lay down everything that every happened that...

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