Recovery after a high energy episode

@Little_Leopard thanks for explaining.

The term “hypomania” is a lot more than mood- there are heaps of physical symptoms too.

I don’t use that term much as it sounds like a disease and I don’t see my extra energy as being pathological. I respond to stress by upregulating my energy and this has been greatly enhanced by trauma.

It helped me through a tough time and now I need to recover. As quickly as possible as there is only 11 hours before work starts.

I have managed to pick up a bit since I posted my opening post. Unfortunately, it’s right before bedtime. My circadian rhythm needs some support for sure!

@Little_Leopard
Ah gotcha, thanks for explanation. I misread as hyperarousal, so was struggling to see difference. Very groggy and not good communication on my part, sorry for that.

Now the high energy time is gone, my Body clock is so out of wack. I think just keeping a good routine is important right now to entrain myself back to normal rhythms.

@tyme thank you so much for following up. I cannot explain how tired I am. I have energy for the basics but nothing else. The physical symptoms and discomfort of mental and physical issues can be overwhelming.

I’m responding by making a garden, getting sun, connecting with loved ones, (including pets)

I’m looking at adjusting my diet to include more foods that give energy and nutrition and less processed.

So very tired but also very determined to support myself