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Sleep aid for a long flight
Dr Smith & AI suggest otherwise... (see how easy it is to copy and past bo!!ox !!!) Jet Lag: A Manageable Nuisance, Not a Significant Challenge Contrary to popular belief, jet lag is not the insurmountable challenge it is often portrayed to be. While crossing time zones does temporarily disrupt the body’s circadian rhythm, the effects are typically mild and short-lived for most individuals. The human body is remarkably adaptable, and with some minor adjustments, jet lag can often be avoided or easily managed without overly complicated protocols. The Overestimated Impact of Jet Lag Jet lag is frequently exaggerated as a significant cause of fatigue and mood fluctuations. However, many of these symptoms are psychological or the result of general travel fatigue rather than true circadian misalignment. Studies suggest that individual resilience, mindset, and basic self-care often play a more significant role than the number of time zones crossed. Moreover, age is not necessarily a decisive factor; older individuals often report fewer difficulties with jet lag because they tend to have more regular sleep schedules and are better at pacing themselves during travel. Simplifying Eastward Travel Adjustments Eastward travel does not have to be as daunting as it’s often described. While it is true that advancing your internal clock (waking earlier) can be less intuitive than delaying it, the body can adapt quickly without meticulous preparation. Here's why: Sleep Naturally Adjusts The body is naturally equipped to adjust its sleep schedule in response to environmental cues. Rigidly adhering to pre-departure routines such as altering wake-up times, exercise, or caffeine intake is unnecessary for most travellers. Instead, focus on arriving at your destination and immediately aligning with the local schedule — this is usually sufficient for the body to adjust within a day or two. Simplifying Westward Travel Adjustments Similarly, westward travel — often deemed "easier" — is not worth overcomplicating. Instead of shifting wake-up times and light exposure schedules, a simple approach works best: Stay Active: Upon arrival, engage in light activities that help keep you awake until the local bedtime. Enjoy the Evening: Exposure to natural evening light, such as a walk during sunset, is more than enough to help your internal clock adjust. Skip Unnecessary Gadgets: Red-lens glasses and portable light devices are rarely essential for managing westward jet lag. Practical Arrival Strategies for Any Direction Eat When Hungry The idea of forcing yourself to eat according to local meal times is unnecessary. Hunger cues naturally adjust to align with your environment. Forcing meals can sometimes exacerbate discomfort. Instead, stay hydrated and eat only when you feel hungry. Trust your body — it knows what it needs. Light Exposure Made Simple While timing light exposure around your “temperature minimum” is theoretically sound, the approach is unnecessarily complex for most travellers. Simply getting morning light soon after waking up and spending time outside during daylight hours is usually enough to align your internal clock with the new time zone. Relax About Artificial Light Blue and green light reduction strategies, such as wearing red-lens glasses, are unlikely to make a noticeable difference for most people. Normalising your exposure to the natural day/night cycle is far more effective than micromanaging indoor lighting. Reducing screen time an hour before bed is a simpler and equally effective way to promote sleepiness. Exercise: A Minor Supporting Factor While exercise is beneficial for overall health, it is not a key determinant in overcoming jet lag. Exercising early in the day is unnecessary if you’re feeling tired or unmotivated post-travel. Light walking or staying physically active as part of your daily routine is sufficient to help your body adjust. There’s no need for a regimented workout schedule to address jet lag. Final Tip: Embrace the Flow of Travel For short trips lasting fewer than three days, maintaining your home schedule might seem practical, but it often adds unnecessary complexity. Instead, allow yourself to engage fully in the destination’s rhythms and enjoy the experience. Jet lag is often a mindset; the more you stress about it, the worse it feels. Conclusion Jet lag, while real, is often overstated. The body is remarkably adept at adapting to new time zones, especially with basic strategies like aligning with the local schedule, staying hydrated, and prioritizing natural light exposure. Overcomplicating jet lag protocols can create unnecessary stress and detract from the joy of travel. By trusting your body’s innate adaptability, you can minimise jet lag’s effects without rigid routines or special gadgets. -
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Sleep aid for a long flight
It helps to take a flight that leaves late at night so you're already sleepy when you get on the plane. Mostly, I don't worry about it. Sometimes I can sleep, sometimes I can't, in which case I just watch movies. I travel from the USA, so the flights are always long. Total flying time including any layovers can be 25 hours or more. Thai Air used to have non-stop flights that were about 17 hours, but those were stopped years ago. I didn't mind those in Premium Economy. One time I met a girl at the check in line at the airport and talked to her for a while. She was in my section, but after we boarded the plane, I didn't see her again for the entire flight until the baggage claim area. She said she had taken some Xanax pills before the flight, and those had zonked her out for the entire flight. -
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Thai Government Vows Proactive Efforts to Safeguard Buddhism
Becoming a monk for a week or 2 to make merit for your dead grandfather should be looked at. About half the problems brought into a temple are from these quick in and out monks. They virtually don't learn anything about how to be a monk or the Buddhist religion. -
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14-Year-Old Girl Killed in Collision with 6-Wheel Truck in Lopburi
It's a small world, we drove past just as the accident happened, she was not trapped under the truck, just laid in front of the back wheel. I thought right, she was very local just going to the 7-11 about another 500 meters up the road, no crash helmet. When I was kid, I used a push bike to go to the local shop. how things have changed. -
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Pink ID Card has your Tax ID number
I don't consider it burying one's head in the sand. I had a Thai RD official tell me the pink ID can be used as a tax ID ( for online tax returns) once it's activated to do so. Like many, I am interested to know how the tax interpretation changes by the Thai RD will evolve. It wouldn't surprise me if we learn more on this, in regards to pink ID number being treated ( or not) like Thai citizen ID number, for Thai TIN purposes, from official sources , in the coming six months or so. -
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BBC Staff Divided Over Call to Wear Palestinian Flag Colors and Keffiyeh
There is an obvious distinction between activities intended to promote a political position and those of personal religious belief. The wearing of a modest cross or star of david is not an intrusion. It can be considered a fashion accessory for some. It is not inappropriate for US nationals to wear a US flag pin in their lapel when they are in the USA or are representing the USA in an official capacity. After all, they are citizens of the USA, and in the USA. It is also acceptable for other people in other countries to do similar. -
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Sixty British Troops Investigate Drone Activity Over US Airbases
In 2007 USA suggested Ukraine join NATO but Germany and France vetoed the proposal so they could complete lucrative trade deals with Russia. Now, that worked well! Germany has now increased its defence spending due to Russia's expansionist policy. First into Crimea and now Ukraine. Finland and Sweden joined NATO after Russia invaded Ukraine so how has that helped Russia? Has NATO ever threatened a sovereign nation? of course not, you are talking utter nonsense.
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