Any tips on how to deal with or overcome worry and anxiety?

I,too, worry about things I have no control over. And I also have the same sleep issues. But they're two separate issues. Years ago when I was a caregiver for my wife I was constantly tired for lack of sleep. When I finally fell asleep I would have to awaken shortly after because she was up. She had no regular sleep pattern. Now I try to stay up until 12 or later but even then wake up at 2 or 3 AM. Tried all the recommended stuff, mood music, dark bedroom, no laptop or ipad before bed, but that only helped me fall asleep not stay asleep. I saw my PCP about it but he was hesitant on prescribing anything. I started using OTC meds like Unisom, Benadryl or ZZZQuil but they along with almost all other sleep aids contain certain antihistamines which have links to dementia. Don't want that... been there. They also caused me to be drowsy the next morning. Melatonin was of no help. After repeated visits my PCP reluctantly prescribed Trazodon. It's an old drug and using it as a sleep aid is an off label use. It's safe and non addictive but no long term studies have been done on it. I don't like taking it but if I didn't I'm back to the same old routine. You might try a sleep clinic. So after all this has been said I can only suggest you talk to your PCP.

I completely understand. Some times I watch YouTube videos on different topics until I fall back to sleep. I’m so sorry you are experiencing this. I was just thinking...I want a clear and focused mind! I feel like my mind is going in so many different directions over the past few months.

Dear "nnyubi14,"

I'm assuming you're looking for natural ways to help and not medications so my husband uses the YouTube channel Black Screen Ambient Sounds - Rain and Thunder; sounds for sleeping 10 hours on our smartphone.

I like to use the YouTube channel Soothing Relaxation - beautiful, piano music with scenery.

Both are good for calming anxiety, stress and worrying!

Also, even though I haven't watched it there's a YouTube channel called "Therapy in a Nutshell" that has a video called Sleep, Anxiety and Insomnia: How to Sleep Better When You're Anxious.