I can understand where you are coming from as I have felt that very way before. Try to hang in there in hopes that someday it might change. I too have trouble sleeping at times. Like tonight I just can't get to sleep, so here I am online hoping to get sleepy or at least hoping not to be bored. The only thing I can say is just keep trying.

I could have written this post. I know how you feel. I feel like this often. Hugs and know I care.

Without proper rest your body gets overly tired which can lead to worsening depression. Have you had your thyroid checked recently? And any blood work to rule out anemia? I am now dealing with intravenous iron shots that take 2 hours, twice a week for 3 weeks. I am actually feeling more tired but hopefully that will change. I am having insomnia right now yet I'm exhausted. Makes no sense. I know how you are feeling. I hope you'll check with your doc to rule out any other reasons for the way you feel. Hugs GB

One thing that might help - after turning down the lights, and turning off
all distractions, for an hour before going to bed, then, instead of focusing
on not sleeping, focus on relaxing and resting. You need sleep, and if
you relax enough, hopefully you will go to sleep.

Some articles that may help:
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http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/reset-sleep-cycle

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/10/29/end-to-jet-lag-new-research-on-resetting-your-biological-clock/

My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I am having difficulty with my sleep patterns right now. The problem is that I don't have a pattern or routine. I sleep when I feel like it, and am awake when I am not. Do you have a regular routine? I am asking because the body does set up it's own internal clock. When your routine is completely turned around or even disturbed for a few days, it takes awhile to get your internal clock set back right.

I know that when I lay down to sleep, my brain just will not shut up. So, I trick it. I put my favorite music on low and softly so I can sing along with it. Then my brain is thinking about the song, not all my daily troubles. That is about the only distraction I can think of that works for me. "Experts" also say that drinking a warm cup of milk before bed actually does promote sleepiness. Also no caffeinated drinks after 6 pm. No high sugar foods after 6 or so. Anything that stirs up energy and keeps you awake.

Have a blessed day.. Hope this helps.

I added on adderall a few months ago and it helped with the tiredness and depression and motivation. Talk with your pdoc? Keep me updated!