I mentioned earlier that I implemented a 10:30 bedtime for myself. This allows me to get 8 hours of sleep, but I still find myself tired throughout the day. I came across a lupie discussion board that was discussing the amount of sleep they get a day. Many lupies get 10-12 hours of sleep plus a 2 hour nap. When flaring, this easily goes up to 14 hours +. I can attest to this as I pretty much slept all day during my flare, getting up only to go to the bathroom.
This makes me wonder if I need to set an earlier bedtime for myself. How much sleep do you get a night? What would your ideal amount be if you didn't have to worry about other things (going to work, taking care of kids, etc.)?
- a little lupie -
I get 7 lucky, but I love my TV. You need to go to bed earlier. Oh gosh, taking care of kids, makes sleeping a little more difficult ;)
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