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Loz_3647Senior Contributor
I feel tired but I CANNOT sleep. I was drifting off but woke from having a horrible nightmare and then started to feel like I could see things. I don't know what I can do anymore. Honestly feel broken. I don't want this 😓 It's no good if I'm awake and it's no good if I'm asleep. I can't keep putting up with this but it's never going to stop is it....is it a wonder why I struggle with SI....
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anxiouswomanNew Contributor
Hey Loz!
As someone who went through an extremely rough time with my depressive and anxiety disorder two years ago, I can tell you I've been there! I Think my biggest issue was like yours; once I was asleep I couldn't stay asleep, like I kept waking up in the night and I also had visual aura.
One thing I did was just keep trying and trying. I know it sounds hard but if you keep waking up and not going back to sleep, your body will make it a habit. Also, try thinking of things that will perhaps lull you back to a more calm sleep, like: what you are doing tomorrow, or at work, or at uni, or plan a holiday, for example.
Just know, it DOES GET BETTER. One thing that kept me alive was, 1. my support system, and the comforting thought that nothing lasts forever. Absolutely nothing. This will pass and it was brought to you to learn something from it.
If this does continue though and starts to interfere with your life, I would recommend seeing a GP and getting some Melatonin. It's really great and is not as bad for you as prescription sleeping tablets are.
I hope this helped a bit
xxxxxxx
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DimitySenior Contributor
Hello @Loz_3647 @anxiouswoman I hope you can settle. I'm not feeling too good either. Hope tomorrow is better for us all.
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Unknown userMember
@Dimity I'm sorry you're not having a great time either. We're here to chat if you need ❤️
and @Loz_3647, how are you feeling this morning?
I struggle a lot with sleep too and it can really impact so many areas of life. I actually found this podcast really helpful. It taught me more about sleep and how to get some good sleep.
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DimitySenior Contributor
Thanks @Former-Member I'll check it out.
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Loz_3647Senior Contributor
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Unknown userMember
Thanks @Former-Member I'm not sleeping properly due to bladder issues. Its been a problem for a while. I fall asleep then wake up to pee. I'll look into the link you provided and see what the audio has to say as I'm into sleep hygiene. Other than that its just a sign of getting older according to my doc.
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Unknown userMember
Heya @Loz_3647, so sorry to hear you're feeling in a dark place today.
I'm going to send you an email to check-in ❤️
I know when I'm in that place, I try to think about ways to make it just slightly more bearable. Like sitting in the sun or listening to my favourite song. I know it sounds like not a lot, but for me, even a slight shift can give me a bit more strength ❤️
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FlotsamSenior Contributor
@Loz_3647
Again Loz, you are saying exactly what is happening to me, I have meds, but even they are not working right now. I will fall asleep then 20 minutes later wait with a start from some disturbing dream.
I really feel for you, because it feels like crap not to sleep, there is a reason it is a very successful torture technique. Maybe Make a doctors appointment and tell them everything that is happening for you, you are worth it.
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SioneSenior Contributor
@Loz_3647
Are you hearing voices in your head? Are they replying and commenting on your thoughts 24/7 non-stop?
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Loz_3647Senior Contributor
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