Depression

[nycgal27]

Anyone feel the most depressed at night before going to bed or while trying to sleep? I let small things get to me, making me create a bigger picture of it in my head resulting in a lot of nights where I cry myself to sleep. What can I do to change this?

[iamaflower]

YES! I feel fine during the day, and then when it's over or when I am going home, it all crashes down on me. I'm crying myself to sleep and I don't know how to make my nights better. You are not alone, and I think that I can understand where you're coming from.

Try relaxing at night/meditation/reading/listening to music

[PackerGirl]

OMG! Every, single, day - for years!! I dread going to bed for this reason. There’s a multitude of suggestions as to what you can try. What have you tried this far?

[mrbradyhimself]

I've struggle with the same issue for a few years now. I tried guided meditations but I find it very difficult to focus and not be distracted by my negative thoughts. I tend to stay up till I cant keep my eyes open so I don't have to lay there awake long. So far the only thing that helps me is the use of cannabis. Always do research !

[Hidden in reply to mrbradyhimself]

Cannabis isn't a very good way to help yourself with your anxiety. I think I felt this way too because I was trying to believe I was something that in real life I am not. Being too nice all the time is sometimes the poison that intoxicates us. Self sabotage just makes it worse. Also I know I sound too cocky for someone who has been depressed for almost 2 years now. I do feel like a pathetic piece of shit too. I am here looking for new friends. With fresh perspective who wouldnt judge me, because they're busy judging themselves, just like I am. This is my 2nd reply. I hope I won't be killed. It's a support group after all.

[mrbradyhimself in reply to Hidden]

I agree that cannabis isn't the best for everyone but people like me who respond poorly to normal medications cannabis is a good alt. Also looking into more cbd then thc. I will take your advice though and be your friend

[Bluesnail]

I don’t know a solution but I can tell you I feel the same. I feel practically normal throughout most days and then as soon as I’m alone in bed with my thoughts, I let them take over me. It’s almost a routine now.

[mydogs]

My anxiety and depression is like an alarm clock in my brain 3-4 am every morning my mouth dry anxiety then the crying starts can’t stop I come and make myself a cup of herbal tea but then I feel more scared because everything is so quiet I try reading my Claire Weekes books but go over the same thing not taking it in .I have tried acupuncture-expensive therapy (still paying the bill) but nothing takes this feeling away and since this virus and shielding because of lung condition I feel like there is no escape from this feeling of fear and sadness and I would be much worse if I didn’t have friends on this site to talk too your advice and help is so much appreciated and I am thankful to you all if you read my other posts it will explain why I can’t take any medication .

[Greygal]

Hi nycgal, I used to feel so depressed to sleep alone however sleeping alone now is the best for me. I had tried listening to peaceful piano music at night but it makes me more depressed and lonely( perhaps plus the quietness of the nighttime).

Try to exercise more or make a effort to walk around the park when you are free. It really helps me to sleep at night and I noticed when I exercise, I sleep better and longer!

Remind yourself no situation last forever and you will get through this. You might like to read a book, I always read to make myself sleepy when I can’t fall asleep.