Feeling anxious

@sleepyd0ll. i am so sorry that its effecting you this way i hope u find a way to cope

Hello Sleepyd0II,

I can totally relate to your issues with anxiety. I’m working on worrying less by keeping my thoughts in check. I’ll acknowledge my thoughts but turn my mind to other things, and if the thoughts return, I try not to worry about it. I accept the thoughts for what they are (they’re only thoughts) and move on with my day. At this point, your anxious thoughts about not getting enough sleep is triggering more anxiety (or stress hormones) that is making you feel panicky. It’s kinda of a vicious cycle. The more anxious you feel, the more stress hormones are released, which in turn can make you panic which releases more stress hormones, and so you have more anxiety. The key is to stay as calm as you can, both body and mind. I completely understand the need for adequate sleep. I heard the “golden hour” to fall asleep is between 10:00 - 11:00 PM. If necessary, I’ll take one Tylenol PM and 1 mg melatonin. The melatonin puts me to sleep and the Tylenol PM keeps me asleep. I turn off all of my devices a couple of hours before bed, and make sure my room is at a comfortable temperature. I also try and exercise or walk everyday. No caffeine after 1:00 PM, and I keep my caffeine intake to one drink per day. You may already have a sleep routine that works for you, and there’s lots of research on improving your sleep habits. I’m sure it’s only a matter of time that you find something that works for you. A hot lavender Epsom salts bath is also good. I’ll be praying for you!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼