After a few false starts, I'm committed to this. Last night was the second night that I was able to sleep while listening to it with the headphones on. I liked it and found it relaxing (mostly). Maybe the .wav version is better or I'm getting used to it. So far my tinnitus is still there but bothers me less somehow. I feel more focused and at peace.
About me - My tinnitus has been somatic (in that it varies in pitch with facial, jaw or tongue movements), is intrusive, high pitched, constant but changing, 24/7 for the past 4+ months. I often distract myself from it/forget about it for periods of time during the day. Cause is unknown, factoring in being over 60, stressed, not protecting my ears well enough, having allergies and sinus problems. My sleep cycle has been way screwed up since I first got tinnitus last July. For the first 3 months I'd dread night time. The worst was to wake up to my high pitched "head" tinnitus from sleep in bed at night. I would freak out, get up, pace around, go outside, pray, try to distract myself. I felt scared and depressed at night. So to compensate I started sleeping in front of the tv in the evening, drifting in and out of sleep while watching Turner Classic Movies, Perry Mason reruns, spiritual or religious programs, easy paced stuff. Sometimes I take Benadryl, have dark chocolate or a drink to help relax. I often get to bed after midnight where I have a varying amount of regular sleep. A few nights have been sleepless. I'm glad that my husband has been sympathetic. He has no hearing at all in one ear and has a milder version of tinnitus. I try to get daily exercise, eat well and stay open to healing.
Tinnitus Talk has been a godsend!
I hope that I can sleep in bed for longer stretches while wearing headphones listening to Tinnitus Mix. Also to take time to listen for awhile during the day. That's my goal for now.