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Posted 3/30/2011 5:04 PM (GMT 0)
So it's been raining and thunderstorms nonstop. I;ve been sleeping pretty well, i guess, but still don't feel rested, believe today i have hit the peak of another flare. Was wondering, if in your flare up, when all the pain and numbness and feeling like you've been weighed down by cinder blocks, do you ever feel really emotional? i feel like im cycling between anxiousness, a lil sadness (some tv shows are making me cry) or just general blah feeling emotionally? Im starting to be able to somewhat recognise the pain, tenderness, and numbness part of fibro, but emotionally, i guess im trying to get a grip on it. Is this normal during a flare up for anyone else? thanks in advance, hope you are all having the best pain free days that you can
Posted 3/30/2011 7:01 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, I'm so sorry you are having a tough time right now. I think it is not uncommon for us to have days where we feel some emotional burnout. We live with chronic pain, fatigue and fog...at some point we can overwhelmed. This week has been a tough one for me too. Know that this will pass.

Sometimes, I think that we can go for long periods dealing with things and then be hit with a bad flare and be so exhausted and feel so helpless that our emotions can getaway from us. When we recognize this is happening, we need to slow down, give our body some rest. Sharing your feelings help. Flares eventually end but while we are experiancing them, we have to be kind to ourself. making sure we pace and not overdo.

No matter how long we have lived with chronic pain, there will be some sad days, even though we have accepted our condition a long time ago...I think that is natural...life can be good....just know the bad days will pass. Some have gone to counseling for help and support to help with coping.

Finding ways to distract pain, and doing things you enjoy each day help. I try to focus on my blessings...but I know there will be some sad days ahead, but plenty of good ones too.

Hope you feel better soon:)

Hugs, Robin
Posted 3/30/2011 9:39 PM (GMT 0)
I find that I am almost always more emotional during a flare--anxious, grumpy, cry at the drop of a hat. You are definitely not the only one. I hate being that way, but some days I just can't help it...all I can do is just try to find something to keep my mind occupied.
Posted 3/31/2011 1:57 AM (GMT 0)
Oh wow thanks for the replies. This flare is one of the worst i've had in a while. My muscles are knotted up so bad, and migraine feels horrible, nauseas feelings and so tired, but not sleepy. I just wish i could sleep and wake up tomorrow feeling better. Its only 9pm. i really really hate this right now. :(
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