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Posted 12/30/2013 2:46 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Everyone,

I'm not sure if this would count as anxiety but it seems as if my hypersensitivity is getting worse. If the telephone rings during the night, I have a very difficult time getting my muscles to relax so I can get back to sleep. It can take hours.

Yesterday my husband watched a football game with company and I decided to join them. I had two hours of sleep last night because the football game stirred me up so much causing me to have sore, rigid muscles and difficulty trying to sleep.

I do eat a very healthy diet and I take supplements so it's not from sugar or caffeine or unhealthy carbs.

I'd appreciate any advice. Thanks.
Posted 12/30/2013 3:50 PM (GMT 0)
You are not alone in dealing with problems that come from overstimulation.

I do several things to counter these kinds of episodes, which can be the result of visual over-stimulation or general sensory chaos as well:

  • Carry supplements that help with anxiety (for me, theanine and DHEA work well - however - always check with your Dr. before adding supplements along with your medications )
  • Breathe deeply
  • Actively work to calm my mind
  • Avoid noisy, chaotic environments (as I write this, my husband is at a big box store and feeling a bit like a cave man looking for new tools. I don't go there.)
  • Get out of these situations as quickly as possible
  • Go off by myself and meditate for awhile to mitigate the after effects 

When the phone rings in the middle of the night my adrenalin kicks right in as I nearly break a leg as I leap over the end of the bed because, " someone might be sick".  Most of the time it is someone in their cups looking for sober cab.

No, I do not jump in my car and rescue them but I politely hang up before a few choice words spill forth from my mouth................

Be well,

Kitt

Posted 12/30/2013 4:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Stkitt,

Thanks so much for your reply. It's good to know someone who understands. I take melatonin at night and l-theanine. Do you know what the maximum dosage of l-theanine is during a 24 hr period?

Yes, I've found that it takes avoidance, trouble is sometimes it's nice to leave my bubble. I'm glad my husband understands.

Kitt, can I ask if you were diagnosed with post traumatic stress? My doctors believe I have it.

Kitt, do you find these sensitivities very hard to explain to others when you need to?

My husband and I are considering a big move to Florida into a senior community. I wonder if this is a good idea for me. Maybe there would be too much overstimulation and if I tried to avoid too much stimulation, might I be shunned if people get wind of my limitations?

This is something I never heard of before it began affecting me 12 years ago. I would think most people do not understand it and think it's psychological.

I'll look forward to your reply.
Posted 12/30/2013 5:28 PM (GMT 0)
Hi AMF

Kitt has given you excellent advice, and I am sure that you will be hearing from her soon.;)

I just wanted to recommend the exercises in this link, specifically the Progressive Muscle Relaxation, that I believe will be a relief to you.


http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/

In response to your latest questions, they are directed to Kitt, so I will let her get back to you on those specifics...

...but If I could offer just a bit of encouragement in regards to your conerns surrounding your move.

Please take care of yourself first and foremost! If you need to abstain from certain activities to keep your anxiety levels/stimulation at a good level for you...then do so, without worrying about what others think.

It is about quality, not quantity. If you need to decline certain social events, then give yourself permission to do so. Who you are as a person will shine through when you are able to be present...and you will not be shunned by those who know what a wonderful person you are! :)

Best wishes!

S.C.

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