I don't like taking drugs and as much as I love feather pillows they screw up my allergies. Muscle relaxation and breathing excercises work the best for me. Meditation is essential for me and I've done it for years and years. I started with a minute and kept doing it until I was up to 15 minutes. You'd be amazed how hard it is to keep your mind still for 15 minutes.
In Zen they say, "To know is to become". I practiced this for a long time but never could become Pamela Anderson.
I love herbal teas but many people don't. They will definately relax you.