totally frustrated/anxious/hate going into public life/insomnia?

Question

frustrated 24/7,cant do housework,had slight stroke over 3yrs ago when i lived down south,eratic sleeping cat naps,cant concentrate to read newspaper,books,mags etc,misplacing items,had cpn when i lived down south,up here have to be re evalued,had one meeting with phsychiatrist it seem like its taking ages for the next to appointment to come through the door,cant bring myself to make contact to see when next appointment is,pacing up/down flat angry at myself for feeling like this..Tried explaining to cpn/phsyciatrist here all i get is "WHAT DO I THINK I SHOULD DO" thats not the answer i am looking for,Please help!!!!!

Answer 1

The following was sent to me several years ago and still helps me! It can help you too:

Natural Highs or Things That Will Help Make You Feel Good! Think about them one at a time before going on to the next one. It does make you feel good, especially the thought at the end #45.
1. Falling in love.
2. Laughing so hard your face hurts.
3. A hot shower.
4. No lines at the supermarket.
5. A special glance.
6. Getting a card or letter in the mail
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road.
8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio.!
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.
10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer.
11. Chocolate milkshake (vanilla or strawberry).
12. A bubble bath.
13. Giggling
14. A good conversation.
15. The beach
16. Finding a 20 dollar bill in your coat from last winter.
17. Laughing at yourself.
18. Looking into someones eyes and knowing that they Love you
19. Midnight phone calls that last for hours.
20. Running through sprinklers.
21. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.
22. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful.
23. Laughing at an inside joke
24. Friends.
25. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.
26. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.
27. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner).
28. Making new friends or spending time with old ones.
29 Playing with a new puppy or kitten.
30. Having someone play with your hair.
31. Sweet dreams.
32. Hot chocolate.
33. Road trips with friends.
34. Swinging on swings.
35. Making eye contact with a cute stranger.
36. Making chocolate chip cookies.
37. Having your friends send you homemade cookies.
38. Holding hands with someone you care about.
39. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things (good or bad) never change.
40 Watching the expression on someone's face as they open a much desired present from you.
41. Watching the sunrise.
42. Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another beautiful day.
43. Knowing that somebody misses you.
44. Getting a hug from someone you care about deeply.
45. Knowing you've done the right thing, no matter what other people think.

Answer 2

First off you don't have any real argument except that it annoys you. I think crossing the street is a lot easier than banning smoking all together or complaining about it. I don't know about where you live but around where I live they banned all indoor smoking and everyone has to smoke outside 25' away from any entrance. But before this there were different types of bars, regular bars and smoke free bars, and it wasn't hard to avoid smokers. So why should over half the country give up something they enjoy doing just because you don't want your hair and clothes to smell like smoke? edit: why should smokers have to leave if they light up near you? Just move. And what gives you the right to lecture parents about how THEY raise THEIR kids. You're contradicting yourself by telling people they should smoke in their own homes but they're bad people if they have kids around. Now you're just preaching. edit: you have rights but why do your rights out weigh those of people who smoke?

Answer 3

I understand how you feel. I will just give you some ideas that help me when I get like that.

-BREATHE (I just learned that by breathing in through your nose so your tummy sticks out and hold it,
counting to 4 or 6 then breathe out through your mouth, you will actually interrupt and change your brain to turn off the flight or fight response!)
-Eat well - 3 meals.
-Exercise - makes you feel better
-take a bath
-call a support line (you don't have to wait until you are suicidal!)
-call to find info referrals in your area. There are places that will help you for free to deal with your immediate situation. Ask for help with house cleaning, depression support,

Answer 4

Well it sounds like you have a problem with anxiety/stress. I think you should take it easy for awhile. The insomnia could be from stress or anxiety too. The "eratic sleeping cat naps" could be from the insomnia because you probably aren't sleeping well at night. Like I said before just try taking it easy for awhile.

Answer 5

i no it is hard for u at the moment, all i can say is that u cant depend on others yes u mite fill like crap but the only way u are going to make your self better is by doing it yourself, eg ring up the phsyciatrist you always have to make the first step, it sounds like u r depressed but not 100% sure, i no u most proberly have heard people say this but why arte u frustrated with your self, we all need help in are life. hope you get better soon. good luck and god bless

Answer 6

You are suffering from depression/panic disorder sweetie. See your doctor. Their are many effective medications available that can help you. It can take 2-4 weeks for these drugs to take effect -- so be patient. Continuing with counseling will also help.

Answer 7

Focus on the small accomplishments. Take one thing at a time. Complete a small task today and be thankful for it. Turn the rest of your burdens over to the Lord.

Answer 8

It sounds like you suffer from depression and should be evaluated by your family physician or internist who may be able to get you on the right medication and/or make a referral to the right specialist.

Answer 9

1 word depression

Answer 10

i'm sorry. try breathing. holisticonline.com is pretty helpful. try talking to me [e-mail]. leave ur email. i've been told i should be a psychiatrist. God will help you thru life. try believing and things will look up.