Why can’t I get to sleep?

You didn’t manage to finish your to do list today, you haven’t made the kids packed lunches yet and you know you won’t get round to helping your sister with her job application. You feel:

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Drained. You decide to watch your favourite TV show to escape reality for a bit.
Overwhelmed. There isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done and you are tired of feeling behind, so you pour a glass of wine to try and relax.
Agitated. You’ve been sitting all day so you try to squeeze in a jog before running around all night trying to get everything else done.

You are in bed, but before you turn off the light or pick up your book you:

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Browse the web on your tablet, check Facebook one more time and set your alarm.
Check your diary to make sure you know exactly what’s on tomorrow.
Do a few sit-ups – you didn't manage to do enough exercise today.

At the weekend, you find you sleep a little easier. This is because:

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You spent the night out with friends chatting; you haven’t had such a great night in ages.
You haven’t got so many commitments tomorrow, although saying that, there is the yoga class you signed up to, and the kids swimming lessons. Plus you said you would help your friend move house… better get to sleep soon.
You went for a long walk before lunch. There’s nothing better than feeling truly physically tired, knowing you have earned your rest.

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You didn’t manage to finish your to do list today, you haven’t made the kids packed lunches yet and you know you won’t get round to helping your sister with her job application. You feel:

You are in bed, but before you turn off the light or pick up your book you:

At the weekend, you find you sleep a little easier. This is because:

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