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Posted 7/29/2015 9:40 AM (GMT 0)
I have been wide awake since 3:30 and am so frustrated!

I'm having a situation with a friend and it's really upsetting and I can't shut my mind down so it's playing over and over in my head.

I tried taking a bath to relax and nothing is helping. Ugh! I hate this feeling!
Posted 7/29/2015 9:45 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Park,

When this happens to me, I read a book for a bit and tend to nod off.
Posted 7/29/2015 9:50 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Park

Sorry to hear you are having insomnia I know how frustrating it is.

Do you have a Benzo? If you do may be worth taking one to help you relax.

I tend to listen to some chilled music if I wake during the night I put my headphones in and have a playlist of chilled music which usually sends me back to sleep.

I hope you get back to sleep.

Hibee
Posted 7/29/2015 9:57 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys.

I did take my benzo, but it's not helping. I'm just so bugged by this stupid situation with my friend, that I can't get it off my mind and in turn can't fall back to sleep.

Plus the stress seems to be causing me palps and I'm just upset overall.

:(
Posted 7/29/2015 10:10 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Maybe watch a Mindfulness video on youtube that might help.

Hibee
Posted 7/29/2015 10:19 AM (GMT 0)
It's 5:30 here now, so I've given up. It's gonna be a long day.
Posted 7/29/2015 10:26 AM (GMT 0)
I hope you have a good day my friend try and keep yourself busy.

We are here if you need us.

Hibee
Posted 7/29/2015 10:30 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks, Hibee. I just took another half of my xanax because my heart is racing with frustration. I know it's some weird freaky full/blue moon too and that always ruins my sleep.
Posted 7/29/2015 10:39 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Park

That should kick in soon then.

Is this situation with your friend something which can be sorted out?

Hibee
Posted 7/29/2015 10:49 AM (GMT 0)
I'm hoping so, my she offended me pretty badly and I can't get it out of my head.
Posted 7/29/2015 12:15 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Park!

I too have been suffering with insomnia and I'm constantly looking for natural ways to help me to sleep. I've discovered a great podcast called Sleep With Me. It's designed to be equal parts boring and engaging. The hour long episodes blend the narrator's purposefully droll monotone with a stream-of-consciousness narrative that's designed to get more boring the longer you listen. There are lots of episodes available, so you can cue them up on your iPod or computer to play through the night and week.

Give it a try! It works great for me! Good luck!

Elizabeth
Posted 7/29/2015 1:11 PM (GMT 0)
I'm sorry, Park. Nothing gets to me more than having a conflict with someone. It just hurts your heart.

The blue moon is getting to me too. I haven't slept well, and have gotten up early to stop fighting it. I'm also weepy for some reason.

I really hope you can repair this conflict, and start feeling more relaxed about your friend. {{{hugs}}}
Posted 7/29/2015 5:15 PM (GMT 0)
P.,

Personal conflict is a big anxiety trigger for me as well! :( I really hope that you get things resolved with your friend soon!

I hope you can sneak in a nap today as well and catch up on some of that lost sleep.

Postive thoughts going out your way,

S.C.
Posted 7/29/2015 6:14 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for all of your replies. I'm exhausted!

I do have a ton of trouble sleeping at the full moon. Happened at the last one a few weeks ago!

However, like S.C., personal conflict and I do NOT go well together. I avoid it whenever possible and if I cant, it typically eats away at me. I would say the moon probably woke me and the disagreement with the friend kept me awake and in this yucky state of anxiety all day.

I guess all I can do is hope for a better night and a better day tomorrow!
Posted 7/30/2015 12:49 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, Park!

Just checking in on you. Hope some zzzz's have found their way to you! How are you feeling?

Elizabeth
Posted 7/30/2015 4:50 PM (GMT 0)
Park, how are you feeling today? I've had some insomnia lately and bought sleepy time Yogi tea and it seems to help!
Posted 7/30/2015 7:34 PM (GMT 0)
Slept crappy again last night and woke up to multiple mini panic attacks. Ugh.
Posted 7/30/2015 7:48 PM (GMT 0)
I'm sorry Park. I had insomnia for many years and still now, I have days when I am unable to sleep no matter how tired I am...especially when under a lot of stress. Are you able to eat well? When I can't sleep for days, I lose my appetite.

Also could you be experiencing insomnia because you are tapering off your benzo? I had to go thru sleepless nights when adjusting my benzo because this drug is what kept me relaxed during the day and adjusting the amount totally messed up my sleep at night. How well you sleep depends on how well you are able to reduce your stress and tension during the day.

Oh and do you wear earplugs when sleeping? Earplugs saved my life! Makes a huge difference!
Posted 7/30/2015 9:25 PM (GMT 0)
I like Elizardbeth's idea about the Podcast "Sleep With Me" I am going to be checking that out.

I have had some luck with Binaural Beats/Sound Wave Therapy. Even if I can't fall back asleep...it induces deep relaxation at least...which is better than tossing and turning!

Wishing better sleep tonight for you tonight!

S.C.
Posted 7/31/2015 12:34 PM (GMT 0)
Mel, I haven't started the Benzo taper yet. My therapist wanted to see me first so I should be starting next week. I think stress is the issue, combined with the full moon. I used to sleep with earplugs, but finally broke that habit when I got a white noise machine!

S.C., I have been trying the Binaural beats and it does relax me, so that helps a bit. I doze off to it every night.

I woke up again this morning at 3:57. I swear it's the moon...and the stress of the conflict with my friend. I'm not just waking up; I'm waking up to shortness of breath. Ugh. NO FUN!
Posted 7/31/2015 1:04 PM (GMT 0)
I've been trying new things to fall asleep as well. Of course I have no trouble sleeping during the day. I am exhausted all of the time. Between the anemia, and an increase in my hypoglycemia, I can't win.

I've started falling asleep to music instead of a tv show or the news. Hoping to keep positive things in my head. I seem to hit the 4:00 a.m. limit too. I'm ready for a nap again by 9:00 a.m. It's ridiculous!

I am sensitive to moon cycles too, and I also have the stress of my pre-op appt. with the gyno on Monday. Today is my birthday, and I just want to stay home, and keep things low key, but I have PT, and then I know my kids will feel obligated to come shower me with cards, and noise. lol

Whine, whine. I guess it will all sort itself out soon.

I really hope your conflict will resolve, so that you can get your mind settled again.
Posted 8/1/2015 4:55 PM (GMT 0)
How are you today Park?
Posted 8/1/2015 6:30 PM (GMT 0)
Still horrible sleep and teetering on insanity! I am so flipping tired, Mel!!
Posted 8/2/2015 3:01 PM (GMT 0)
Park,


So sorry you are still not getting enough sleep. I know exactly how you're feeling.
You've probably done this...but hot milk with chamomile tea...and honey. Try it.
Also getting a massage at the salon will help alot. I hope you feel better soon.
Posted 8/4/2015 12:06 PM (GMT 0)
Mel,

I could sooooo use a massage!

I did sleep last night from about 10:30-5 when I got up to use the bathroom and then I was able to doze back off until now.

I'm hoping for a repeat tonight. I've just been so stressed lately and I can feel it taking a toll on my body.
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