No Sleep for the Weary

So I have a bit of a problem, in that I have managed to form a bit of an unfortunate reliance on sleeping pills. Yes, yes, I know, no good, etc. I brought some with me from the states to help me get over jetlag and go to sleep at an appropriate time. I took them last week in an effort to get to sleep when I needed to, and then decided it was time to stop over the weekend. Except for the past three nights I haven't been able to get to sleep!

On Friday I was up until 4 am, when I finally gave in and took a pill, and then Saturday night I was up until 5 am, and last night I never actually fell asleep because I was determined that I would not take a pill. So, needless to say, I am not so bright-eyed and bushy tailed today. My mom and I agreed that I just need to get through this and eventually my body will adjust. Not so fun in the meantime!

I really think part of my problem is that I have become a bit obsessive about my research and grant applications. I work until 1 or 2 am, not even realizing how late it is, and then I just can't seem to get my mind off of what I am doing. I really do think that it has gotten to the point of being unhealthy. So today I resolved that I would not even think about doing work, and have a totally relaxing and non-productive day. I am going to go meet some friends for a movie (3pm on a Monday!) and then maybe go to the gym, followed by a Desperate Housewives marathon. Yup. Thats the plan...