Does anyone continually wake every morning feeling short of breath>

[kama24]

I have severe GAD. Every day is one of fear; fear of this and that, mainly of death Two weeks ago I started to wake about 6am feeling out of breath. Has anyone else ever experienced this? I don't know what to do to help myself. Any suggestions?

[Teapot62]

Hello Kama24, I know how you feel, it sounds like you have severe anxiety in the mornings. I wonder if you are living alone. It may help to get up & do things like walk outside or gentle exercise or housework. When I feel anxious I just have to get into something even if it’s just watching TV. It’s easy to advise people what to do but it’s another thing to Do it. Believe me I know! Maybe you should check in with your doctor as maybe your meds don’t agree with you. Hope this helps.x

[kama24 in reply to Teapot62]

Thank you for replying. My husband is very understanding but it still doesn't help me with the fear. I try to do little tasks to keep my mind busy but I;m a failure at getting past the fear. I see my dr. on Tues. and will see if he has any suggestions. I've been on the same meds for 5 yrs to no avail. I often wonder why I take them? Thank you for understanding.

[Cimmy]

Hi karma, I’m exactly the same, mornings are my nemesis, I always feel so bad and breathless, I make myself move and do light housework until it’s passes, some days it doesn’t so I just carry on, sorry I don’t have a solution for you but I just wanted you to know that you are not alone, Take care

[kama24 in reply to Cimmy]

I'm sorry you too are like me. I do appreciate that you shared. I play scrabble on the pc to try to occupy my thoughts. I just want to be free of fear....don't we all? Thanks for responding. Take care.

[NeverGonnaLearn]

I think mornings are the worst and used to wake up with heart pounding. I live alone with 2 small dogs. It’s hard to understand why they are the worst.

I need to purchase a stress ball and a mini trampoline. It’s fun to run in place in front of the tv.

Exercise is supposed to help if we are consistent and try to aim for 15-20 minutes. Some people can’t exercise though due to health problems.

I started taking seroquel 25mg at night and it seems to balance my level of anxiety. I sleep great. Even a half of a tablet will stop my anxiety, if I’m anxious while I’m home for the day and not driving.

I would rather be calm and a little sleepy, then wired and anxious.

What works for one doesn’t always help someone else. I feel like I have tried everything by now. Was hopeful about so many medications. Finally, found some relief and my doctor has been so patient.

Hope you find something that helps you feel better and life calms down! ☺️

Take care & Breathe...🧘🏼

[kama24 in reply to NeverGonnaLearn]

Thank you for your kind words. Yes, morning is the worst. I can't exercise due to age and health but I try to keep moving in the morning. Fear is so hard to control for some of us. I guess all we can do is take it hour by hour, minute by minute. Take care, hang in there.