Some people can fall asleep at the drop of a hat. I’m not one of them. Counting sheep doesn’t help. They just make me think of kebabs and lamb shanks.
Not wanting to be a slave to sleeping pills, I spoke to ESPA’s naturopath Tiffany Wee and Duty Manager, Therapist Nopparat Sawangjang to find out more about insomnia and more importantly, what I can do about it.
If you think insomnia means having difficulty falling asleep, you are only half right. According to Nopparat, if you wake up often during the night and have trouble going back to sleep, or tend to wake up too early in the morning, you are also suffering from insomnia.
Insomnia can either be acute or chronic.
Still not sure if you have insomnia? Check if you have at least two of these symptoms:
- Sleepiness
- General tiredness
- Irritability
- Problems with concentration or memory
If you are plagued by insomnia, here are some tips to help you along.
Ease your insomnia with ESPA
If you are a DIY person, you can purchase ESPA’s divine Soothing Body and Bath Oil, Soothing Candle or Relaxing Salt Scrub to use at home. All these contain premium essential oils such as Lavender, Sandalwood and Frankincense which have a calming, sleep-inducing effect.
If you prefer to get away from the daily grind and treat yourself to a few hours of serenity, you can opt for the Stress Reliever Ritual or De-Stress Destination Spa Day Retreat.
The 120-minute Stress Reliever Ritual combines body exfoliation, body wrap and head-to-toe massage to restore peace of mind and bring deep relaxation to help you sleep better.
If time is not an issue, I highly recommend the De-Stress Day Retreat. This relaxing half-day programme comprises a personalised lifestyle or fitness consultation, two therapeutic treatments, and a nutritious meal by celebrity chef Sam Leong. You will even enjoy full use of ESPA’s signature heat facilities, therapy pools and unlimited access to fitness and leisure activities. Perfect for calming your mind.
Alternatively, you can book a naturopathic consultation to find out more about your health condition and how you can get a better night’s rest. For enquiries or reservations, visit www.rwsentosa.com/ESPA or call +65 6577 8880.
In my next post, I will write about the De-Stress Day Retreat and how it can benefit insomniacs like myself.
