Prayers and postivie thoughts right back at you Ctuck!
Have you already checked out our Resources? If not, I encourage you to do so.
http://sleeping-disorders-help.blogspot.com/2009/06/cures-for-hypnic-jerks.html
There are downloadable therapy worksheets in there, that you may find helpful...especially if you have time on your hands.
How about journaling?
Volunteering, trying a new hobby, taking a class or joining a club?
There are a lot of things that we can do to help distract ourselves...while still working toward our goals.
I find that a good balance of keeping busy (distraction) but still using my best coping techniques to be key.
Keep posting with us...we understand and care, and are here to listen anytime!
Peace and progress be yours!!
S.C.