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CuddlefishCasual Contributor
After about 6 weeks of being very high energy (what some call “Hypomania”) I am now on the other side. My energy is gone.
Its Sunday arvo and I have to be back at work tomorrow morning but I can hardly get out of bed as I am so depleted and exhausted.
Does anyone know of some ways to support myself to recover quicker? Or is it a matter of acceptance and riding it out?
thanks so much for any advice or ideas
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wellwellwellnezSenior Contributor
Well, my first thought is diet stuff. That's almost always a bit hard to do when fragmented but can really help with putting yourself back together.
There is a great TED talk about how to make stress you friend, if you're interested https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
In it's spirit, I recommend a pat on the back and maybe some cocoa for making your way, as a reward for making it through the tribulation.
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tymeModerator
Hey @Cuddlefish , welcome to the forums 🙂 Great you could reach out here.
Are these high energy/low energy episodes a regular thing? Depending on whether there is an underlying medical element, it's hard to suggest what you can do.
Hope things get better for you,
tyme
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CuddlefishCasual Contributor
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CuddlefishCasual Contributor
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tymeModerator
Sorry to hear about the constant tears @Cuddlefish . I'm sure that does drain you.
For me, I have an effervescent multivitamin tablet when I'm really tired. I find it helps a lot. Just put it in water, let it dissolve and drink it in the morning.
Yes, and of course all the normal sleep hygiene, diet etc.
Sounds odd but going for a walk for fresh air also helps!
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CuddlefishCasual Contributor
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tymeModerator
Yes @Cuddlefish - that's exactly what I'd do.
I also wanted to let you know that you can type "@" in front of usernames so that they get a notification e.g. @tyme 🙂
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Little_LeopardSenior Contributor
@Cuddlefish For me the worst thing I can do it push myself when I am flat.
I do not get hypomania but I do get a ton of hypo arousal and coming down from that is utterly exhausting.
I accept, drink lots of water, small walks if I can. Fresh air and a bit of cold therapy. Also make sure that I am eating super healthy and doing a bit of light stretching. If I can’t move then I meditate wherever I am. That way I am still working my mental muscles and am aware of my thoughts during this phase.
It’s a tough time. Give yourself a pat on the back for doing this.
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CuddlefishCasual Contributor
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Little_LeopardSenior Contributor
@Cuddlefish
Hypomania is more to do with mood swings and is related to conditions like bipolar for example.
Hyper arousal is related to trauma stress response and is associated with trauma related conditions like PTSD for example
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