Sleepless? 5 Expert Tips to Help You Get Sleepy Make an Appointment Ask a Question Search Conditions Awake in the middle of the night? Stressed about getting back to sleep? Sleep experts at National Jewish Health say don’t toss and turn in bed, get up. Find out why and get tips to help you get sleepy. Related Videos What Is Insomnia and How Does It Affect You? Long Term Effects of Insomnia on Health Tips to Stop Insomnia and Get Back to Sleep Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Helps Treat Insomnia Is Your Teen Getting Enough Sleep? Study: After Watching Disturbing Video, CPAP Usage Soars Is My Snoring Dangerous? Transcript 100 million Americans suffer from insomnia. Relax and follow these tips. Don’t watch the clock. Get out of bed. Write down your worries. Read Shakespeare or whatever makes you sleepy. Listen to quiet music. Return to bed when you are tired. Relax. Get Some Rest. Consult your doctor if you continue to experience insomnia. Want to use this on your website? Fill out the content usage request form and then copy this code: