Scared for bedtime

[Ctate96]

I’ve had such a good day. No panic attacks (some shortness of breath but I came out of it) yet I’m still so scared for bedtime. I’m scared that I’ll have a bad night with panic attacks or crazy symptoms

[Kim00712]

Hey ctate96 is there a funny tv show you could put on as you fall asleep? Or maybe a good book? Try and do something positive associated with bedtime to get away from that negative association.

[Preciouslamb1 in reply to Kim00712]

I can totally relate. My anxiety gets really bad at night. It sucks because even when I have a great day, at night is not the same. I also feel shortness of breath and heart palpitations. I usually try to sit up as laying down gives me the impression that I can’t breath . I watch tv shows or start checking social media or even recipes. Anything to get my mind off. Sometimes it takes a little while to fall asleep. I wish I could provide you with an easy fix. ((Hugs)$

[Ctate96 in reply to Preciouslamb1]

Hey preciouslamb1, I get the same things!!! It’s great to hear I’m not the only one!

[Ctate96 in reply to Kim00712]

I typically try to watch a light show or movie, sometimes even kids movies to calm myself!

[Dana38]

I use apps that play rain or storm sounds. Or have a fan running. Really help. Also lavender essential oil. I use it in a humidifier/diffuser. To me it is a comforting smell that helps relax me. You can even spray it on your pillow. Something about taking deep breaths of it is relaxing. Much more than just normal deep breathing.