Many people suffer from sleep-onset insomnia. It can be incredibly frustrating when you’re ready for bed, but sleep just won’t come. To help you drift off, you might try supplements like magnesium or phosphatidylserine, an Epsom salt bath, reading or journaling (with orange glasses on, of course), mind distraction activities, or various relaxation techniques.

Chamomile tea is another effective sleep aid, known for its ability to relax nerves and muscles while acting as a mild sedative. Another great option is Yogi Soothing Caramel Bedtime Tea. Tim Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Workweek, mentioned this tea in a podcast once, and I have to say—it works!

Here’s another potent sleep elixir: before bed, take 3 grams of ashwagandha with a cup of warm milk and honey. If all goes well, you’ll be in a deep sleep in no time.

I picked up this tip from strength coach Charles Poliquin at a weekend course back in November 2000. Poliquin shared it during the Saturday session, and one of the attendees decided to try it that night. The next day, he strolled in at lunchtime—after sleeping through the entire morning session!