Quick Question - Why can't i keep my eyes closed?

**Tradl3s** · 11-24-2013 04:59 AM

Whenever i go to bed, i lie down still, on my back, hands at my side, legs straight and don't move. After all my urges to itch, and toss and turn are gone, i try to relax, but can't seem to keep my eyes closed without having to force them closed. It's annoying! it's not relaxing! Any help is appreciated.

**Sageous** · 11-24-2013 09:16 AM

^^ I can see how that would be annoying, and do not have an answer for you; but I do have a suggestion.

Do you use a sleep mask? If not, you might try one out, because then you can let your eyes do what they want to do without disturbing you, or your path to sleep and dreams.

... just a thought!

**Maxis** · 11-24-2013 04:14 PM

I agree with Sageous. When I was younger, I had a lot of trouble keeping my eyes closed trying to fall asleep, and trying to do so felt forceful. I got a sleeping mask that I still used today, and it works absolutely wonders. It helps you keep your eyes shut in a more relaxed way, and even when they aren't, you still won't see anything.