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In theory this should always work - but have known some pilgrims snore sleeping front-down on their stomachs!A recent thread about snoring produced some strong opinions, some of which I agreed with, but maybe I can relate my experience.
Some years ago I was staying at a Buddhist monastery in Nepal for a 5 week retreat and sharing a 3 bed room. My companions told me in no uncertain terms that I was a big time snorer, and during some of the meditation sessions my Western monkey brain would jump from thought to thought (not very Buddhist), and I got to thinking about snoring and what I could do about it. In my opinion, it occurred because it happened when I slept on my back, and being asleep my muscles would relax and my tongue would fall to the back of my throat and vibrate as I drew breath. So I decided to try to stop lying on my back, but how to do this while I was asleep?
Because I was travelling through Asia I was carrying a Lonely Planet guide book, which I put in the centre of the bed under the bottom sheet where my back would be when I was asleep, thus making it very uncomfortable to lie on my back. So began my habit of always sleeping on my side, and my snoring stopped. Within a month my body had adjusted and I no longer had to but a book in the bed, and I have not snored for ten years now. And if by chance I attempt to lie on my back in bed it seems so uncomfortable that I wake up.
It's a hassle to start the procedure at first, but well worth it. I am sure there will be cynics out there who don't believe that I have stopped, but I have asked literally hundreds of room sharers if I snore and they assure me I do not snore.
Also no alcohol = less snoring.
A recent thread about snoring produced some strong opinions, some of which I agreed with, but maybe I can relate my experience.
Some years ago I was staying at a Buddhist monastery in Nepal for a 5 week retreat and sharing a 3 bed room. My companions told me in no uncertain terms that I was a big time snorer, and during some of the meditation sessions my Western monkey brain would jump from thought to thought (not very Buddhist), and I got to thinking about snoring and what I could do about it. In my opinion, it occurred because it happened when I slept on my back, and being asleep my muscles would relax and my tongue would fall to the back of my throat and vibrate as I drew breath. So I decided to try to stop lying on my back, but how to do this while I was asleep?
Because I was travelling through Asia I was carrying a Lonely Planet guide book, which I put in the centre of the bed under the bottom sheet where my back would be when I was asleep, thus making it very uncomfortable to lie on my back. So began my habit of always sleeping on my side, and my snoring stopped. Within a month my body had adjusted and I no longer had to but a book in the bed, and I have not snored for ten years now. And if by chance I attempt to lie on my back in bed it seems so uncomfortable that I wake up.
It's a hassle to start the procedure at first, but well worth it. I am sure there will be cynics out there who don't believe that I have stopped, but I have asked literally hundreds of room sharers if I snore and they assure me I do not snore.
I agree with no mattter what position. Have done a number of Camino's it's a sure fact have seen/heard people snoring on their side.Some of us snore no matter what position we are in. But not everyone knows this, so having a book or a ball sewed in your pjs at least gives the impression you are working on the issue.I have a 3mm trachea opening when standing: my dentist wonders how I can get any air in at all.
There's snoring, and then there's apnea - they seem the same, but are not. The tennis ball/book are good for helping to prevent snoring, but apnea is a whole other beast.
I suffer from severe sleep apnea, but have been using a CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) device for over 20 years now. The latest machines are virtually noiseless, only a nearly inaudible whir. They are the most effective treatment for apnea, and for others in the room, a real blessing!
My reason for this post is not so much for snoring, but to humbly request a little special favor for us CPAP users. These machines require electricity, so please give some consideration to allow us to sleep near an electrical outlet.
I have purchased a very small travel CPAP, complete with a rechargeable battery. I have tested it at home, and used it for 3 nights straight, before recharging. So, I think it will work out ok on the Camino, if I am unable to plug it in for a night or two.
Thanks in advance for your kind consideration of CPAP users. We're not trying to hog an outlet, just get a decent night's sleep. And one less noisy snorer.
Buen camino!
The wax ones are very effective.Do you have a recommendation on what are 'good' earplugs? Custom? I use disposable earplugs most nights, and they only block 30-33 dB. Many snorers top that noise level. Again, snorers don't intend to snore, but I need to plan in the best way possible to get some deep sleep.
Do you have a recommendation on what are 'good' earplugs? Custom? I use disposable earplugs most nights, and they only block 30-33 dB. Many snorers top that noise level. Again, snorers don't intend to snore, but I need to plan in the best way possible to get some deep sleep.
I also like the silicone/wax ones that are mouldable to your ears and canal. I bought some at Walmart and they are amazing. They come about 6 pairs to a box, and can be used over and over if kept clean. They can block out almost everything. It's a little weird at first. You can also over sleep as you won't hear others getting up. https://www.walgreens.com/store/c/walgreens-soft-silicone-ear-plugs/ID=prod6191592-productDo you have a recommendation on what are 'good' earplugs? Custom? I use disposable earplugs most nights, and they only block 30-33 dB. Many snorers top that noise level. Again, snorers don't intend to snore, but I need to plan in the best way possible to get some deep sleep.
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