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Posted 7/24/2013 7:24 AM (GMT 0)
*major pout alert*

I never have time to sleep. I'm so exhausted right now. I have two more stories to write and about 20 pictures to edit before I can go to bed (I'm a newspaper girl) and I need to be in the shower in less than four hours. *yawn*

The problem is partially workload, but it's mostly me.

I spent about two hours staring blindly at my computer through tears at the office today. No idea why I was crying... just depressed. When I got home, I spent another hour or so crying before going into a panic attack and spending some time hyperventilating.

If I had used that time better, I could be snuggled up with my honey and puppies right now.

I'm beyond frustrated. And sleepy. Which will make even more of a mess tomorrow, I'm sure...
Posted 7/24/2013 7:34 AM (GMT 0)
Part of it may be anxiety. My nicety caused racing thoughts that lead to panic attacks. That keeps me awake and ruins chances of a good, restful sleep.

Have you spoken to your dr? It may help to try an antidepressant or something for anxiety. I take an anxiety pill and a sleep aid right before I go to bed and that helps a lot. The medication may help you get through those depressed down times without you losing focus on work.
Posted 7/24/2013 7:46 AM (GMT 0)
Yeah, I'm on antidepressants and medicine for the panic attacks, and I take Benadryl to sleep (when I don't waste my day). I also go to therapy every week. I still feel like I'm in a downward spiral. I may need to have my meds re-evaluated.
Posted 7/24/2013 7:46 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for your response! :)
Posted 7/24/2013 8:16 AM (GMT 0)
No problem. If you're feeling in a downward spiral you should definitely check in with your dr. He may know one that better matches your needs. I hope he does.
Posted 7/24/2013 9:45 AM (GMT 0)
BErock,

When you are like that are work; go to the ladies room and splash COLD water on your face and neck, run it over your wrists. The temp change will bring you down and out of your panic/anxiety and calm the cries.

Use slow breathing 1, 2 3 out 1 2 3 4 to naturally calm the body and bring you back to normal. Do this 3 or 4 times before returning to your work area.

Trick I used to use all the time! I don't work anymore, I use it when I am out and getting upset, works everytime!

Peace
Trina
Posted 7/26/2013 6:39 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the idea!

Usually, if I feel sleepy at work, I'll go in the bathroom and do a few jumping jacks. Since I've been having panic attacks, raising my heart rate isn't a preferred method. lol

I will put your tips to use! :)
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