If you've encountered instances in which you feel you're too tired to sleep, you're not alone. But the reasons why may vary. Check out the list below to learn more.

Playing on your phone, watching TV, and using your computer are pretty common activities, but this kind of technology can be damaging to your sleep.

Electronic light (especially blue light from devices) not only blocks your brain from being able to produce melatonin, but it tells your brain that you're awake and stimulated, making it difficult to get in a relaxing state and sleep. That's why it's important to put down those screens about an hour before bedtime.

Remember, that goes for both children and adults!

If you have trouble falling asleep at night, but wake up fairly early in the morning, chances are your internal clock is telling you to stay up late and wake up late. Unfortunately, studies show night owls are more likely to experience jet lags during the day because life often forces them out of bed before they're ready to rise.

We all get couch-bound every once in a while, but if you want to sleep well it's important to get moving. The relationship between exercise and sleep has been studied extensively. Today, most researchers agree that a lack of exercise can compromise your ability to sleep well throughout the night.

Try to get moving for at least an hour a day, even if that means just going for a walk. The more physical activity you do in the day, the less time you'll spend trying to force yourself to sleep.

The thing is, humans are creatures of habit.  There are certain things that we need to do over and over again to survive, like eating, drinking, and sleeping.  And we can get even more particular than that. Remember, our bodies like doing things at certain times as well. That's why breakfast, lunch, and dinner typically take place during times hunger is most likely to strike.

The same goes for sleep. Our body is wired to shut down at certain times; usually at night.  This is where the circadian rhythms come into play. These processes refer to the 24-hour cycle that runs our body's internal clock and tells us when to do certain things, like sleep.

If you're not sleeping enough, or if your sleep schedule fluctuates too often, you're probably creating some pretty significant disruptions in these processes. And that can lead to feeling tired throughout the day. It can also make it harder to fall asleep at night.

A lot of folks use "sleepy" and "tired" almost interchangeably. But there is a difference between the two terms, and it revolves around timing.

Have you ever gone for a strenuous hike and hole up on the couch immediately after? You want to rest, but you aren't quite able to sleep. That's an indication of being tired, not sleepy. Simply put, your body just needs to stop moving for a while.

Being sleepy is indicative of barely being able to stay awake. In these instances, it's best to avoid any kind of physical activity. A lack of sleep can make you feel sleepy throughout the day. Diet, medications, and other underlying issues can also contribute to daytime sleepiness.

Being overtired means feeling exceedingly tired as from overexertion or lack of sleep.  Brain fog, slower processing, moodiness, and fatigue often accompany the condition. Read on to learn other factors that may contribute to the condition.

According to a 2016 study conducted by the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom, moderate to severe anxiety can slow down the release of sleep-promoting chemicals in the brain, so while you may be tired at the end of the day, anxiety and physical exhaustion can cancel each other out, making it harder to sleep.

Some of us are pretty reliant on our morning coffee. Others slam five or more cups throughout the day. It makes sense, especially for those who are juggling demanding schedules. After all, caffeine is pretty effective at waking you up, and it also increases dopamine levels in your blood, so you feel more alert and energized.

While that's a welcome effect during the day, it's not what you want to experience come bedtime. After all, it's pretty hard to fall asleep when you're still wired on caffeine, no matter how much your body wants to rest.

A 20-30 minute nap can be exactly what you need to get through the rest of the day, but it's important to honor those increments. Any longer and your nap may actually impact your ability to fall asleep at bedtime, making it difficult to achieve the amount of sleep you need before it's time to wake up. Over time, this can make you feel as though you're always tired, even when it's time to go to bed.

Light from electronic screens is disturbing your sleep by suppressing melatonin.  If you spend lots of time in front of your phone, tablet, laptop, or TV before bedtime, you can easily become exhausted. Apart from lowering your melatonin levels and dampening arousal, getting too much screen time may cause fatigue, dry eyes, and an irregular sleep cycle.

Sleep and diet go hand in hand. Research suggests that Vitamin B12 and calcium deficiencies can cause fatigue and sleep problems. Unhealthy eating habits can also come into play. Overeating and skipping meals can prevent our bodies from receiving the fuel it needs. It can also make it difficult to get to sleep at night, causing us to feel sleepy throughout the day.

Underlying sleep disorders can also make you feel overtired. Recurring episodes of insomnia and sleeplessness, for instance, can make it impossible to get enough sleep. Symptoms of other and potentially more serious disorders don't always include a lack of sleep Sometimes, they simply present with chronic fatigue. In these instances, it's best to talk to your doctor. Remember, not all issues

Here are some tips on how to get to sleep more easily:

• Turn off the lights and turn on some background music:  If you have a TV or other noises that disturb your sleep, switch those off first. Then play some soothing music to help you relax.
• Exercise. Lack of physical activity may be causing your sleep problems.  A little regular workout to keep physically fit has the added benefit of helping you sleep.
• Take a warm shower:  The change in temperature will help you feel sleepy and relaxed.
• Try breathing exercises:  Stress can compromise your ability to fall asleep. Try performing some light breathing exercises before bed to release tension.

Take sleep supplements:  If nothing else works, you may need some outside help.  Popular sleep supplements containing melatonin, cannabinol, and magnesium can help correct your cycle.

Regular sleep can help you better manage your anxiety, boost your immune system, improve your overall health, and maintain a healthy weight. Though we all have an internal clock telling us when it's time to go to bed and when it's time to wake up, they don't all operate effectively.

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