Morning anxiety

NoMorePanic

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Posted 10/25/2014 1:10 PM (GMT 0)

Why does it seem like my anxiety is worse in the morning? I'm laying in bed and I feel shaky. My stomach hurts. In fact everything does. I don't want to get up. This is awful. Is it because I took a xanax before bed?

getting by

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Posted 10/25/2014 1:19 PM (GMT 0)

The one thing I can tell you about taking a Xanax before going to sleep is it isn't a good idea. Xanax, I was told by a doctor, doesn't let you go into third and fourth stage sleep. If you are tired when you wake up, it will make you anxious.

I hope that this helps...

Hugs...

Liz2014

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Joined : Oct 2014

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Posted 10/25/2014 2:13 PM (GMT 0)

Hi NoMorePanic - I usually wake up with anxiety and will feel shaky, achey and nervous. When this happens I get up and go for a long walk. It tends to calm me down. A hot shower or bath can relax tight muscles too. I think it helps to just try to distract your mind until your body calms down.

I'm sorry you're feeling this way! I totally understand though-anxiety is an overwhelming thing but I've found using this site helps and offers really good advice and understanding.

I hope you start feeling better soon and enjoy your day!

Momtogigiandquinn

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Posted 10/25/2014 2:39 PM (GMT 0)

Lots of people have morning anxiety on this board. I've read it has to do with cortisol levels. I am the opposite. I have little anxiety in have mornings and much more anxiety in the evenings. Anxiety stinks, no matter what time of the day!

Cornell

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Posted 10/25/2014 3:48 PM (GMT 0)

Nmp

BillyBologna just had a post on morning anxiety.... This is a really common symtpom! Find comfort in the fact that you are not alone...

Have you ever logged your sleep patterns? A bad nights sleep can increase our anxiety in the mornings. Do what you can to get yourself a good nights rest!

Here's something you can also try .... Set your alarm to your favorite tune ... That's so much better than that annoying buzzer! That's enough to give ANYONE anxiety!

Practice your morning coping skills! Deep breathing and relaxation exercises is a great way to start the day!

I think the most important thing in managing morning anxiety is positive thinking! (Before going to bed and upon waking up) If you try to wake yourself up in 'good spirits' then you will have a better chance of chasing your "anxiety blues" away!

Practice these things faithfully and I promise you that this will help keep your morning anxiety at bay!

Stay on here for support! We are here for you!

God bless

Cornell

Post Edited (Cornell) : 10/25/2014 9:51:28 AM (GMT-6)

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