WHY IS THIS HAPPENING AGAIN?
I've struggled with anxiety all of my life. Losing a parent at a very young age is definitely the trauma that started all of this. When I had my babies I had postpartum depression, which lead to crazy anxiety, and whenever I've had a death in the family, or something terrible happens, there it is again.
The last time it hit hard was when Hubby almost died, and was in the hospital for a month. I hardly ate anything, couldn't sleep, and panicked about everything that could happen. We're fine now, he's doing very well, I have my grandbabies, and have all the time in the world to do whatever I want. Yay, Summer! And.......here we go again.
Wide awake at 4am, running to the bathroom, nervous about everything, and doing wayyyyy too many projects, just to stay busy. (Or none at all.) WTF. I know it's hormones. Calling the doctor when they open.
And...when I feel this way, there are no sexy feelings. We can't have that. Thanks for listening.
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Always here to listen. Hope things are getting better
Thank you, EVERYONE! Even though we have never met, you are so supportive, and I appreciate every word!! Kisses......
Have you settled into a routine yet? I hope the doctor got you right in. I try to pray when I get anxious. Sometimes it works. And other times I just bawl and melt. I hope you have better luck.
Hugs!!
That's part of the problem. Hormones AND finding a routine. We rushed off to TN as soon as I got done with school, and this is the first summer where he's retired, and I'm home every day. I do breathing exercises that distract my brain. (Breathe in for 4 counts, hold for 6, release for 8) I might've prayed years ago, but have gotten so far away from God in the past few years. Crying helps, too! I'll take your hugs, and give back more.
Doctor? LMAO! I'm currently looking for a new doctor, since my GP was bought out by a company that's out of network. Earliest appt. is 7/31. FML
Until that last paragraph I was going to say "sounds like you need a 23YO man on call to help settle you down in times like this". Sorry lady - hope you find some relief. 🤗
Woo hoo! 2 23 YO men would normally do the trick!! Thanks, Cleavage!
I get that from time to time with deadlines. I have to unload things to return to normal. I have learned my triggers and avoid them. It sounds like your triggers cannot be avoided. Remember, you are not alone.
I'm always venting. I can't keep it in! Yes, I try to avoid triggers, too. Sometimes, it's just a change in daily routines that throws me off. I really appreciate your comment.
It’s a challenge. Are you open to advice?
Always! I try to avoid triggers, I've been to therapy, never tried meds.
@luv2suk1966 Grab audio book reframe your brain. It’s had an impact on me.
Thanks!
I hope your doctor can help.
I do, too! But if he/she doesn't, I have to fight it. Oh yeah, I'm currently looking for a new doctor, since my GP was bought out by a company that's out of network. Scream!