Bedtime Routine for Someone Who Has Bipolar Disorder

     For this, if you have bipolar disorder, you have to be extra careful that your steps heading to bedtime does not trigger an episode.  For example, try not to stare at your cellphone or computer or even your tv screen.  Do this an hour or two before getting ready for bed.  This is the time for you to wind down so you are rested enough for your rest.  

    Turn off or set aside any electric devises you have on hand.  At this time, you may want to fix yourself as cup of herbal tea.  I would recommend not having caffeine after 12pm.  Do a 10 minute meditation that corresponds to your breathing or muscle tension.  

    Then go to the kitchen and take your medication.  I also take hemp oil and melatonin gummies.  If you do this on a regular basis it really works and you feel refreshed.  

    Fix yourself a hot bath with lavender oil epsom salt and foaming bath.  Not only does this concentrate on the muscles but soothes the anxiety and helps you have a restful night’s sleep.  

    After your bath, put on some soothing music.  I like listening to classical music or nature songs.  Pull out, what I call, “mindless activities”.  The reason for this is try an activity that doesn’t require a lot of thinking.  Try knitting, crochet, or coloring.  

    Set your alarm for nine hours.  

    And I bid you adieu.  Goodnight!