Insomnia Can Be Your Best Friend.....Here's Why

Random, isolated cases of insomnia don't have to be your enemy.

I do some of my best work when experiencing insomnia. I recently worked 39 straight hours - save a 2 hour nap - when dealing with a bout of sleeplessness.

- Working during a different time frame can be stimulating.

- You can work in silence.

- You can generate more creative ideas in this environment.

In my case the cause behind insomnia is either anxiety or inspiration. Either way there's something running through my mind or an energy in my body which prevents me from sleeping. I've learned to channel this energy to create great stuff.

Rather than toss and turn in your bed or turn on the TV try focusing your energy. Anxiety can be an awesome driver. This feeling has driven me to make powerful break throughs. In the same respect when you're inspired, stay that way. If you go without sleep for a night while creating non-stop honor that feeling. Many geniuses experienced frequent bouts of insomnia because they were busy creating brilliance.

Now I am not advising you to force insomnia on yourself, nor am I saying that long term insomnia is good for you. You need your sleep on a consistent basis. Don't down the Red Bulls or chug coffee late at night, keeping yourself up by force. Sleep is food for your mind. Watch how quickly things break down in your mind and body when you don't get the proper amount of sleep.

Just try to use your periods of sleeplessness effectively.