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[SparkofLife]

I keep getting anxious before bed. I feel like something horrible is going to happen. I just can't handle these emotions anymore.

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When I was going through that it was because I didn't want to face the next day. I felt dread when it was time for bed. I was also anxious that I wouldn't actually sleep so I'd stay up as late as possible hoping I'd fall asleep from exhaustion. It was terrible. Are you seeing a therapist or a psychiatrist? Mine had prescribed sleeping pills that I hated and then I switched over to Ativan. It's light but it helped me calm down before going to bed. It helped. Sending warm hugs xo

[alvoltaris]

Sorry to hear that Have you tried any solution?

[Needtovent]

My experience has been similar to Gracie 34, my mind sometimes just spirals about the day, and sometimes even weeks months and years ahead. Have you tried progressive relaxation or any calming sounds apps for your phone. Then you can just pop in ear buds and hopefully be soothed into sleep. Talk with you doc too.

[sunandbutterfly]

Sorry for the anxiety that you are feeling. Are you having bad dreams? Do you have a lot of stress in your life? I would certainly recommend seeing a physician or counselor.

I can empathize with Gracie, I had a time in my life where I dreaded going to bed in part because I did not feel like I was able to handle the events or circumstances of the next day. I sought the help of a licensed counselor. Maybe that would be helpful for you as well?

Some other things that were helpful for me were a bedtime routine that included music, prayer(especially journaling), Bible reading. Perhaps some of these resources would be helpful for you?list.ly/list/2EUz-the-selfl...