Emotional and Physical Exhaustion

Sometimes I feel like I'm going crazy. I spend most of my day trying to do

what I can do to feel better, trying to convince myself I am strong. I go through

the motions of exercising, relaxation therapy and trying to be a positive person.

Most days I feel overwhelmed but with a sense of accomplishment too. I really

believe in being pro active and feel it has helped me but them get to a point

where I feel like I'm crashing and burning out.

Why do I always feel like I'm on an emotional rollercoaster? I can go for long

stretches feeling OK and then get to a point where I feel totally exhausted.

I know that I'm feeling extra stress waiting for the results of my brain CT scan,

but this rollercoaster of exhaustion has been an ongoing issue for a very long

time. I'm dissapointed with myself for my inability to cope. I just want to be

strong. I've already had my good cry and it has helped some. Thanks

for being here my fibro family :)

hugs, Robin

 

Hi Robin, just want you to know that my shoulder is here for you to lean on for awhile. You are an amazing person but after all you are human just like all of us. We all go through the roller coaster ride and then we have to remind ourselves of the one day at a time rule. I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gentle Hugs
Shirley

I am sorry that you are going through this, hon. But I understand. I mean, I don't actually get much actual exercising done, but chasing after my three year-old son gives me exercise. I think you may be going through a flare right now. You say that you can feel a crash coming on at times. Those are the times when you need to take it easier. I know that it is hard being less active when you are an active person. Believe me, I used to clean my old house just for fun when I was bored, so I know what it is like to be an active person and then all of a sudden not be able to do as much. I think for the next couple of days, you need to do just a little less exercising and a little more relaxing. Soak in a hot tub with a good book, or something like that that you enjoy. Take some real "you" time.

You know, I think we all go through periods of doing just fine and feeling ok and being able to cope with our illness, but then it smacks us in the face and we fall down. But it's like that Chumbuwamba song goes, "I get knocked down, but I get up again. You ain't never gonna keep me down." Best of luck hon, and let us know how you are doing.

Robin sorry you are having a tough time. You are so supportive of everyone on this site! I hope you get your results quickly and you can at least lower your stress level. Hope you feel better!

Sending hugs and prayers your way, Robin. It's so hard to try to stay strong all the time. I try to surround myself with positive people and positive thoughts, but some days things just head into a tailspin and I can't help but bottom out.

It sounds like you're having one of those days and I just wanted to say I'm sorry you're feeling this way. It sounds like you have some extra stress going on right now with the CT, and that's never a good thing for fibro peeps. I hope things level off in your life soon and you can breathe easier and enjoy the upcoming holidays.

Hi Robin,

Sorry to hear you are having a rough time right now...it's not easy waiting for test results. Try to get some rest and take frequent breaks from what you are doing so you don't get burned out. It's awesome that you are active, that helps keep the mind clear, but I understand, you sound just like me and I'm slowly learning that I can't do everything and some things are just out of our control. Try to make the best of each day!

Hugs,
Krista

Robin...I'm wondering if you might need an increase in your Savella dosage???  I was just talking to a friend of mine with fibro who takes this (along with either Lyrica or Cymbalta...can't remember, LOL) and mentioned that she was having 'werid brain sensations' for about a month and her doctor upped her dosage.  She described her sensation as her brain feeling like 'a wet sponge'.  Hmmm.  Just a thought.

Huggies

Donna

I understand. I really hope you feel better soon! I find the emotional reaction often will precipitate a physical flare. I am far better at managing the physical aspects of maintenance than the emotional.

Be better and know you are loved.

Thanks everyone, my flare is still hanging on but I'm feeling much better
emotionally. I'm ready to post again!

Hugs, Robin