..work place simply is. Lots of wine, ale and cider didn't do the trick. Help ?
2007-01-04 05:52:09 · 11 answers · asked by pax veritas 4 in Health ➔ Mental Health
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2007-01-04 06:12:32 · update #1
ABRIDGED
Thank you all for an all rounded perspective. All contributions equally appreciated.
lovei.. – “…insomnia…strenuous exercise to calm down.” :: No time; no wonder so many in the business community adopts the rolly polly profile.
Rach.. – “panic or anxiety attacks” :: Both; without the outflow first thing morning.
brazil.. – “…jump…thought to thought.” :: Social stigma against tranquiliser prescription.
jdmct.. – “…included in schedule a wind down time.” :: Trying to buy time.
jan k.. – “…walking to physically catch up… then try the wine…”
Tony.. – “…physical activity… avoid using alcohol…”
Suebn.. – “…retraining mind…” :: Sounds like a long term possibility.
of_th.. – Ramana Maharshi, John Sherman, Gangaji, Adyashanti :: Likewise.
Alaba.. – “…antidepressant or Strattera, anxiety disorder…” :: Good guess, work induced.
crisp.. – “…learn to focus…” :: Focus is all over the place.
Rozy.. – “…get things out…off your chest…” :: Could not hurt.
2007-01-05 06:38:55 · update #2
An antidepressant or Strattera (non-amphetamine for ADHD) should help. You have an anxiety disorder: Tourette syndrome / obsessive compulsive disorder / ADHD. It is VERY common. It probably runs in your family.
2007-01-04 06:18:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have a newphew who is a never ending sponge of information from the time he gets up until the time he goes to bed. His mind is constantly going and he has had to learn to unwind at the end of the day, otherwise he has trouble sleeping and even has nightmares if he doesn't. He has been born with this gift. He has read encyclopedias since he was 3 and he is now 15. He has simply included in his schedule a wind down time. 1/2 hour before betime in which he listens to soft music or sounds of nature that are soothing. ie: seagulls or waterfalls. (you would have to find what works for you). He also has someone (at this stage of the game his mother) who rubs his back and his head in a gentle manner. I have tried this using my husband and it seems to work most of the time for me as well, however I don't have it as a habit because of our schedule. You would have to try it for yourself to see what works for you.
2007-01-04 06:03:45 · answer #2 · answered by jdmctsen 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What you are describing sounds like you may have Generalized Anxiety Disorder. In this disorder you jump from thought to thought and each one makes you anxious so you jump to the next one until you just get revved up and dont do anythign about these bad thoughts. Try finding a psychologist or ask your doctor for a referral to a psychiatrist. Good luck.
2007-01-04 06:03:15 · answer #3 · answered by brazilian76 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
My mind is often on overdrive, but I can relax my body. I rest my eyes and my body, take a bath, go for a walk etc.
Try listening to another person talk, watch TV or read a book and concentrate on what you are doing, that is quite a skill to master.
I don't think you have AD/HD or that you need an anti-depressant and drinking isn't the answer either - just learn to focus.
2007-01-04 06:32:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I relieve this feeling by taking a ride on my bike... or going to the gym.... if its really bad loud music or something to drown out the thoughts like a favourite TV programme is sometimes (but not always) helpful.
Whatever you do, you have to avoid using alcohol as a way to alleviate any symptom, unless told to by your doctor I guess...... Im sure I dont need to explain why...
Good luck with this
2007-01-04 06:13:06 · answer #5 · answered by Tony P 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Man, do I smell what you're stepping in. I have insomnia b/c I can't stop thinking about things; work, ideas, inventions, etc. It drives me batty. I have found that the best solution is to do strenuous exercise; it's the only thing that will eventually calm me down.
2007-01-04 05:59:40 · answer #6 · answered by loveitorleaveit1111 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Alcohol doesn't generally work, what does work is retraining your mind prererably with the help of a cognitive behavoural therapist. Basically, you just think about other 'slower' things.
2007-01-04 06:14:02 · answer #7 · answered by suebnm 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try writing all your thoughts down in a diary / journal before you go to bed? Getting things out, and off your chest may help.
2007-01-04 10:24:11 · answer #8 · answered by Rozy 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-04 06:17:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
try walking to try and physically catch up with your mind then catch it and slow it down by sitting down. and then try the wine but not too much and a bath
2007-01-04 06:05:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋