Failure of a Day

[LittleNell83]

Apologies for the wall of text. I don't often admit I am struggling and try to bounce of of blips. So, today didn't go to plan.

This week my tinnitus has been in overdrive and my sleep has gone to pot.

Last night I slept badly but got up at 8 to take the car to the garage, came home and cooked breakfast, went to collect the car and ran some errands.

Then, I decided to try and get some studying done. My tinnitus has not stopped squealing at me today, and after an hour of trying to read one paragraph over and over and failing to understand it (it is a simple paragraph in a health and safety book as part of my diploma), with music, noise and trying to calm my mind not working at quieting my head, I admit I ended up in tears of frustration and just general fed upness.

The tiredness is hitting my runs, which is problematic with the GNR coming quick. I am so exhausted I fall asleep when I get in from work and energy levels have crashed.

Still, tomorrow is a new day. I will try to pick myself up, go for a run first thing then head to archery where the quietness normally calms my head.

I will try to be positive, head up and keep smiling. After all, my mojo can't have gone far, right and this is probably just a blip in the journey with tinnitus.

Yours

Nell

[Langley-Loper Half Marathon]

We all have blips and there's nothing worse than the quiet nights when tinnitus strikes as you lie there exhausted but unable to sleep, listening to the noises in your ears.

It sounds like you generally have a busy active life with lots to focus on and I'm sure you will soon be back to normal. The adrenaline of the GNR will carry you through!

[GoGo_JoJo Ultramarathon]

Bless you, it must be horrendous having to cope with that. I'm just blown away, you're working and studying (Health and Safety of all things which is just a minefield these days!) plus archery, running, and getting on with life!

Far, far, from any sort of failure, just a crappy day. Sending vibes of light and love, and hopefully some peace and quiet for you 💕

[O505k Half Marathon]

You have such a busy life, maybe take the pressure off for a few days and just do some relaxed runs. As you've already done a HM I'm sure you are ready for GNR, relax and get some rest.

[Sandraj39 Half Marathon]

Sorry to read this LittleNell - I am sure tinnitus must be extremely hard to live with, both the physical and mental impact. I really hope that you manage to get out on your run today (take it easy) and also that your archery offers some quiet relief. Fingers crossed for your GNR, but most of all, for some respite from your condition for you. Take care. 🙂

[Hidden]

Poor you, the tinnitus sounds awful, and lack of sleep is an absolute killer for energy. I had months of it before we moved, and some days I couldn’t run at all! I really hope this resolves for you and you are back on top of things soon xx

[C3PO Marathon]

I’m sorry to hear this. I have tinnitus as well, and it tends to flare up when I’m stressed or unwell. Often it’s the first symptom that things aren’t right. So I would suggest you give yourself a little rest if you can.

[Decker Ultramarathon]

It must be so difficult to work and train amongst these challenges. Like you say tomorrow is a new day and hopefully it’s a little easier.

[Lavender1962 Half Marathon]

Hoping your mojo will be back tomorrow!

[LittleNell83]

Well, I didn't run but went to archery and instead of proper practice I played a game with one of the other coaches which was fun, improves your shooting and quietened the tinnitus for a bit. Gym tonight and then a short run afterwards

After all, my new Brooks arrived last week so breaking them in

Nell