[5555624]

Get a long book, a timeless classic, and read one chapter a night.

I grew up reading all the time. About 20 years ago, I found myself reading less and less. I decided to read "The Count of Monte Cristo" again. I decided I would read one chapter a night, before going to bed, regardless of how late it was, how busy, etc, By the time I finished, reading before going to bed was a habit. I read 30-60 minutes every night before going to bed. (Read plenty of other times, too; but, no matter how the day has been, I read ever night.)

[throwaway219450]

I like doing this if I can’t sleep, although there have been occasions where I ended up staying awake to finish the whole thing.

I don’t read in bed unless I’m on my own, or we’re both reading, as I’ve not found any satisfying book lights and I don’t use an e-reader. Also probably better for sleep hygiene and, as I get older, ergonomics to have a cosy spot somewhere else. Younger me could read folded in half, older me doesn’t want the back trouble.

[carlosjobim]

Use an e-reader. They are great. Incredibly cheap and sturdy. The screen light on e-readers do not interfere with sleep and hormones, as they're shone on the page instead of blasted into your eyes. After some time with an e-reader you will consider it one of the best purchases you've ever done.

Reading boring/difficult but important books is the best solution when you can't sleep. Either they're the best sleeping pill, or you're learning something important.