I like compassion and positivity to get me out of a slump, but sometimes I need a kick in the butt. Just knowing that there is someone who understands makes me feel a lot better.
That is a really good idea Sunny. That's one of my issues with the exposure, my safe person is also my husband, he's a busy guy, goes away a lot... At my job there's an elevator that's hardly used in the evening and I can stand by it, etc. without anyone around. The building is only 3 floors. I've always tried to work in places that I can easily walk the stairs...
the funny thing..well, its not so funny...beside every elevator in the place there is a big sign that reads" if anyone gets stuck in this elevator call the number below!" Just what I love to read! I was thinking about tearing them down! haha, but then I thought "what if I'm stuck in there and no-one knows the number"? lol
At my job I've often used the deep breathing technique for myself , other staff, and sometimes even residents. I find it gives us all a few moments to calm down, think clearly and talk slower.
There is a "rule" that staff don't talk about the job in the staff room...when someone starts complaining about it I try to remind them gently of this policy by asking a question about outside interests... weather, gardening, kids etc. That takes my mind off the job for a little bit...but if there is a big group of moaners I find it better just to leave and take a stroll around the building.
We are not allowed a radio or the internet..that sucks! but I understand why not.
I think people with high anxiety in general feel things deeper than most "calmer people". I'm not an expert for sure, but from reading so many of the posts here I think its true. What do others think? I also have learned to select what I read and watch carefully as some of the horrible things is this world depress me ..especially child abuse. I never watch some of the shows my hubby likes...I can easily dwell on the violence, where he thinks of the outcome. So I think its good that you realize you need to take a breather..Good for you.. Are you thinking of trying Anerol's advice about the exposure ? You can pull back whenever you need to.
I just want to say hi to everyone...I'm off today... its raining...yet again! Hubby's away... I'm staying in my pj's all day...reading my book and just lazing around with the dog. Just cause I can! lol
Like the others have said I too get dizzy when I'm really anxious, and have to grab onto something to steady myself or sit down. In fact, I have had that for so long I automatically look for someplace to lean on and or hold whenever I have to stop and be still for a while..even if I don't really need it anymore..in the lineup of a store..I always take a cart even though I may not need it for the stuff I'm buying. There's hope for sure...last night I was stressed and super busy at my job....the dizziness/unsteadiness came. I didnt get panicked though, cause I know what it is. So I took a few good breathes...did some self-talk and got over it!
Give yourself time..you willl get better..and hopefully you will sleep well tonight.
I agree with you both. Anerol, I know what you are saying... I too like to be informed and knowledgable about world events...good or bad.... but I chose what I read and watch carefully.I find there's just so much graphic detail, and repetition... both in the paper and on tv. I like the analogy between eating liver and watching horrific events ...both are bad! lol.
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