Nicotine is a wonderful antidote for insomnia, not by putting you to sleep, but to be present with your own thoughts while the world is snoozing. I’ve lately had a 2mg piece of nicotine gum around midnight each night. It’s a surprisingly productive hour in this routine. It pairs well with a contemplative stroll around the block perhaps with some stargazing if the clouds are gone. It’s remarkably easy to focus when the whole world is asleep!