Question about wake up panic...

I think SC has posted this answer in response to a question for someone else. I know that it is common and has an explanation but I can't remember what it is.

Hi Park

Sorry to hear you woke up feeling panic symptoms I know a lot of people myself included have had this happen but I to am not sure the reasons behind this?. I hope you feel better and have a good day.

Hibee

Thanks, Hibee. It stinks to start your day like that! Sorry you experience this too.

Thanks for the info M2G&Q. I recall reading a post about that. I literally woke up this mornings trying to catch my breath. It's so frustrating.

Thanks, MG.

Everything has been going pretty good so far, but we're leaving my mom's today to go to our hotel and would you believe I cried?! I'm 34 for crying out loud. I think I just feel like I was doing well at home not seeing her and now I've seen her and it feels like I have to start over with not being near my safe person. Good Lord, I need to get over this. I'm a grown woman with a child of my own. :)

Ugh! The worst!! I spent every morning greeting life this way for a long time.;(

Yes, Cortisol can be the culprit. A stress hormone, it's essential, as without it we would not be able to get up and going...

...but too much, or a sensitivity to it, which is common when stressed...

...and you wake up feeling like you are holding a live wire.;/

*Broken Record alert*

Use of coping skills is essential...start them before you get out of bed.

No easy feat with a little guy, I know! But do your best.:)

S.C.

Princess,

Bummer you're in the same boat, but I'm also glad to hear it's not just me. I cried 3 times and then started yelling at myself. The first day we were here I found that staying at my mom's place was not super relaxing, but by day 2 I didn't wanna leave her. I always hope winter goes fast, but I hope this one goes especially fast.

Has your mom ever done this before? This is my mom's first time being gone for the winter and I HATE it!