How to stop the morning fear

[Sandraann21]

Before I have even opened my eyes I get the awful morning fear, then I'm battling to get out of bed but my anxiety takes over I always do eventually get out the bed, but how do I stop these awful feelings and fear ( it TERRIFES me ) then my mind starts racing if o can't get out of bed how am i going to live my life I'm terrifed

[Hidden]

hi their sandraann the only thing that help me to stop having this awful morning fears is try and think of something that makes you smile as soon as you wake up i must admit its hard to start with but the more you practice this first thing every morning it should help you, i'm not saying it works for everyone but you never know take care let me know how you get on kind regards bigalan

[Sandraann21 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you so apparentl it

[Hidden in reply to Sandraann21]

your very welcome i hope it works take care bigalan

[Hidden]

Try turning on the radio to your favourite station the instant you open your eyes. So instead of focussing on your inward thoughts, you're listening to music or cheerful chatter. Then get up.

Hilo

[Sandraann21 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you really appreciate you taking the time to reply x

[Hidden]

Well on a purely practical note you will have to get up eventually to use the toilet and to eat! Apart from that I found bribing myself works well ie I can have a coffee, something nice to eat, go online, have a ciggie and so on. Just concentrate on 1 thing at a time ie don't think ahead to the whole day, just think the next 5 minutes. x

[Sandraann21 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you I really appreacite you taking the time to answer x

[Hidden]

Hi Sandra just reading posts I hope you are feeling somewhat.ok how are you feeling tonight

[Sandraann21 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you lornatorie, I really appreciate your support and concern, it means so much to me. I went to see my counsellor today ( a new one has taken over and she is really determined to get me right ) I'm not sure if there is away I can talk you privately on here ?? Just to explain why I'm so bad at the moment, how did your day go ??? Xx

[Hidden]

Not to good woke up two eyes bloodshot breathing at me and feeling of choking also my ear is gone deaf so making anxiety worst still waiting on counciling.did it take you long to get a councillor. I really hope she does u good and gets rid of all your problems keep your chin.up tlk soon

[skcim]

Hello Sandra, the same thing happens to me every morning too, i wake early and just think oh no not another day to face, how can i get through it today, it is very scary, but you are not alone.

[Sandraann21 in reply to skcim]

Thank you it really helps when people are honest and agree they have the same thing, I get great comfort I just don't know how long I can take being like this thank you

[Sandraan in reply to skcim]

Hi Skcim I can't get in to my account at the moment to speak with you hopefully it'll get sorted tommorow, how have you been

[skcim in reply to Sandraan]

Hi Sandranne, hope you are ok. I had a pretty good day yesterday, but today i feel low again, so up and down, i think it will drive me insane eventually, its hard to go on some days. i hope you get your account sorted and can send messages soon. x

[Craftsy]

Try to replace the thoughts with something you enjoy. Or something you are planning to do. It is not easy I know but gradually the good thoughts will take over. I have been there. Can't remember what I was scared of. It gradually went. All the best. X

[Lin1944]

Hi when I have a bout of depression the mornings are always the worst so I try and get out of bed because if I stay in bed awake I will ruminate. I am lucky my daughter lives round corner so I go round and help with her 4 young children and give the twins who are nearly 2 their breakfast. It does help. When I am poorly I hate making phone calls even a hairdressers appointment fills me with fear. Thank God for texting and e mailing. Anti depressants help a lot and tell your friends and family as nothing to be ashamed about it is an illness like diabetes. If you feel really bad go on Utube and listen to tapes of relaxation,meditation or mindfulness because they are free and really calm your mind down. Take care n say " It will pass " from Lin x

[Sandraann21 in reply to Lin1944]

Hi Lin , yes I agree with you and you have great strength to get up and go to your daughters everyday but the seeing the children gives you that drive to do it, I haven't got anything to get up for that's when both the depression/ anxiety kick in the depression of not wanting to get up and the anxiety of I can't cope and live like this, I really am frightened I'm never getting over/ out of this its crippling me daily

[2160]

Honey I can resinate with every word of that. I think if we believe in one another a day at a time our inner strength will out.

[Sandraan in reply to 2160]

Hi I'm just wondering how you are, and how your coping, I hope your well xx

[Lin1944]

Hi Sandra it's the most awful feeling and maybe you need stronger anti depressants please go and see Doctor and tell him how you feel. Personally talking therapies like CBT have never helped me but everyone is different. Try and go for a walk preferably with a friend, a little bit at a time. We have all been through what you are going through. I live between Liverpool and Manchester and if you lived near I would meet and go for a walk and chat. Take care Lin xx

[Sandraann21 in reply to Lin1944]

What a lovely lady you are Lynn yes I live in the Liverpool area not sure how far away from you I am really appreatice your message thank you x

[Lin1944]

Hi Sandra.what a coincidence. I am a scouser and go on train to Liverpool a lot. I am going on holiday on Friday but when I get back I will contact you and if you like we can meet at Lime St. station. By the way I am 71 but young at heart.take care xx

[Sandraann21 in reply to Lin1944]

Hi Lin, oh yes that would be great, how long are you going away for ? It will be a nice break for you x

[Hidden]

Now your up try keep.your mind occupied try not think of being shaker keep yourself buzy not easy but it will get better wash Delph iron go outside look around and say thank god I'm alive I'm sitting here and I feel as if someone has there hands around my throat not a nice feeling but I need to try fight back I'm fed up with it so chin up keep smiling and go along with your day keep in mind it anxiety trying to knick us Down with fear thoughts and awful sensations have a nice day take care

[Hotrod]

Hello read all of the above and there is a lot of good advice it's hard we all know but you are very much worth it try to have a good day and stay in touch ☺