Medical Advice / Suggestions Needed

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Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

SS84, first as Matty said, see a professional to help you understand the causes.

Everything here is just life based opinions. That said, I agree with FD that I think everyone goes through spells like that. Personally, I can't really say I like my job, but I am thankful for it, and every night before work I think of issues that will arise the next day, don't get to sleep because of thoughts, and most mornings I wake up at 330 (leave for work at 6) and can't get back to sleep because the latest must handle crisis is going to happen that day. I'm not married, and my kids are not with me, so mostly I just cope and move on, but if I had more of a family driven life I would certainly be looking for a different job or in a more strict counseling system. As it is, Jim Beam and I cope well enough.

I can obsess on work too, especially when I am really busy. I took firstdown's advice last night and had no problem falling asleep but I woke up at 430am thinking about work.

This happens to me a fair amount and i find the best way to prevent it is to stay organized. Unfortunately organization is not my strongest suite so i have to have a back up plan. So whenever i wake up thinking about all the things i need to do or worry about at work the next day i type them into my phone and email them to myself. Sometimes it works and i fall back to sleep and sometimes it doesn't, but i at least reduce my anxiety and stress about what i need to prioritize and get done the next day. I just completed my list from last night, btw.

SS, do you use a planner pad or another system to plan out your work week or schedule you time effectively? I feel like people don't stay organized now a days. All the successful old timers i know do, but so few of us younger guys actually take the time to plan things out. Sometimes just staying organized and focused can alleviate any anxiety you have.