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What thought won't let you sleep?Originally asked
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As I get older, sleeping gets harder. I exercise, I do mindfulness, I take drugs occasionally.
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The X Factor (wondering about song choices) and watching TV. I’m a night person, and don’t go to sleep until 3am or 4am.
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The studio. I work late.
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I’ve learned to accept everything. Part of enjoying life is releasing those disappointments.
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