I woke up up from a nap today and as soon as I opened my eyes I was greeted with extreme feelings of sadness as if I wanted to to cry literally it was so heavy. Has any ever experienced that
Yes! So many times, especially when I'm very stressed, I wake up and feel like another person is sitting on my chest
@Lovely.Venus<3 I know it’s so heavy it’s like slowly being crushed by emotion
Yep…I’ve noticed it happens if I ever take a nap that’s longer than an hour. There’s actually a science to this! Sleeping for longer than twenty or so minutes enters your brain into REM sleep. REM sleep is where your brain begins to reorganize and sort memories while resting the body; however, this is UNDER the assumption that you are sleeping for the night. To wake up during REM sleep can upset that circadian rhythm and carry with it some side effects (usually extreme grogginess). Here’s the added caveat though—having mental illness I find only adds to this. Whenever I wake up, I’m not just groggy. I’m depressed and forlorn. I battle depression alongside my OCD, so I’m not surprised it happens, but it can be really overwhelming. During my worst depressive/OCD episodes, I will sometimes wake up with tears in my eyes. Naps are unfortunately not always beneficial for our minds. 😕
@Cinnamoroll I really appreciate that insight cinnamon wow I never new it had a lot to do with those factors I woke up up from a nap today 2x feels so sad like I wanted to cry I was so sad and doting my sleep I had feelings of uneasyness do you know this feelings thay are a nightmare mare this has been a challenging year emotionally I also suffer with ocd an derealization I thank you for your insight again
Yes
@Nica It’s a tough one right
I'm really sorry to hear you're going through such a tough time. Feeling that intense sadness right when you wake up can be super overwhelming. 😞 I'm not an expert on OCD, especially with this theme, but I want to share some resources that might help you out. You might find some comfort and support by checking out the OCD Reddit. It's a place where lots of folks share their experiences and what's helped them. Also, I heard about this app called "unstuck OCD therapy tools" from my NOCD therapist. It gives you AI-personalized guidance and exercises right when you need it. It might be worth a look to help you manage those heavy feelings. 🌟
@XiennaVidet72 I thank you so much xienna I’m really going through a rough time right now it’s so overwhelming it’s really a wild ride I will look into those apps u suggested blessings and peace to you
@0416 - we may not know each other personally, but i will be rooting for your progress!! please know that we're a community, and someone out there is willing to listen an be with you!
@XiennaVidet72 Good morning xienna I really appreciate you so much I’m going through a rough time right now but it’s friends like you who make me feel hopeful I appreciate you so much and sending you strength and happiness
Yeah I wake up and I'm like I can't believe this is my life and I just wanna cry
@gom It’s a tough one I know it all to well you get reminded of your state of mind but we will overcome this I promise I wish you well
Does anyone else become nervous and upset the moment they wake up in the morning? It’s like part of me wishes I didn’t wake up or could just stay asleep. It’s scary and I’m not sure what to do in the morning when I feel like I’m trapped in bed.
Has anyone experienced like feelings of needing to cry for no reason and it’s like you can almost feel like this intense urge to cry but it’s not even appropriate for the situation?
Does anyone else wake up with such a guilt feeling or like a very heavy heart from your sleep like tired of feeling or still having ugly thoughts in your mind?
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