Why can't my mind stop thinking when I'm trying to sleep?

Sometimes our minds are too full of other thoughts from throughout the day: what we have to do tomorrow, how funny that story was your friend told you, how many atoms there are in the universe. It can be difficult, but writing thoughts down on a pad, using red or low lights, and eating more fresh foods can help.

couse youre analysing your day probably and you think what have you did wrong and what right and you think about your obligations for the next day and so, you should meditate

you are worried about too many things, and probably overthink the development of certain events, which cause you to keep imagining scenarios due to curiosity and being worried about what could happen

You've probably had a hectic day. Or you might even have kind of a hectic life. You may be having troubles. Instead of worrying about why you can't stop thinking, try focusing your attention to relaxing your body - your mind will follow. Picture your body relaxing from the tips of your toes to the top of your head. Be very specific. Usually this helps. If for some reason it doesn't, get up for a while, do some calm activity for a while and try again. If you have continuous sleep problems and can't seem to solve them, it might be wise to see a healthcare professional.

Do not prevent yourself from thinking when you are trying to think. Thinking about you not thinking doesn't aid you falling asleep, nor does having the problem with your mind racing. It is all natural to do this, as your brain speeds up into dream mode when you finally wipe out, it's like engagement to wipe out.

Stress related insomnia occurs when your brain is not distracted and needs to process your troubles.

I think this happens especially when we are going through times in our lives in which give us a lot of anxiety. It stinks but it happens. The best thing we can do is breathe, meditate, focus on the positives and in the moment, and try to let it go.

If you have had long day, the stress is going to activate your mind. You can shut it down for the day, but when you should relax, your mind starts letting the stress wonder.

Our minds often think the most when we allow them the time to do so. Unfortunately we tend to push thoughts out of her head throughout the day because we don't want to deal with them. However, when we do not give attention to our thoughts like they need, they will find a way in when we finally decided to rest and be there.

Because your body is focused on something else rather than sleeping and your brain doesn't send signals for it to sleep.