To ask for help- can't sleep (given up now) and got 14 hr day at work!

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Help! I have to be up in an hour. I haven't slept at all.

I could cry.

Anything over the counter I could take to stay awake? That works?

Panicking which isn't helping!

Do some stretches and some breathing.
It will help you relax a bit and you may get some sleep. I need to do the same

Wish that were true!

Me too. It's very windy outside so lots of bin lids rattling. I've got up and been sat on sofa for last couple of hours. Don't feel tired but I also don't have a 14hr day starting soon either.

No advice of keeping awake at work except sipping iced water and strong coffee.

Let's hope tonight we zonk straight out.

Take care OP.

I'm bloody shattered 😂

I sleep fine, but my toddler does not. I drink a lot of red bull.

If you are OK with caffeine Boots do an 'energy plus' tablet. So do Holland and Barrett, discount shops and some Chemist's.

I've known people to take them and drink energy drinks, but pace yourself, if you do that.

If possible, earphones and high energy music, when you start to feel tired, even just for a few minutes in the toilet.

Likewise, 'play' music in your mind, rather than thinking about being tired.

coffee, coffee and more coffee. If you don't normally have sugar in it add some now.

Have some scrambled egg for breakfast and continue with regular protein during the day. Drink lots of water. B vitamin. Deep breathing. Sympathy to you. Remember you might get things out of perspective.

I've had maybe an hour's sleep and also a 14h day ahead.
Red Bull and a gentle approach to work it is.

I always find the anxiety about not sleeping worse and I always by some miracle get through it. Also do long days, on one today and no sleep!

Sometimes my sleep averages out over the week and I’m just not tired enough, even though I feel knackered

I find just taking things slowly rather than panicking helps me. So I sort of coach myself gently. 'Ok now Judas, all you have to do is fill the kettle and flick the switch'. And then just go on about my day slowly. When you're actually at work, adrenalin will kick in, so you'll get through it. Are you insomniac or did something happen OP?

Toddler, anxiety and bladder problems,

Not usually this bad.

I know this isn't what you asked but sithere a reason for you not sleeping? Does this happen happen.

Yes , caffeine tablets and red bull will pull you through the day but they will make you ill and anxious if you rely on them.

Can you take the day off to address what's keeping you awake?

Anxiety - please do not take caffeine tabs and red bull!

Are you receiving treatment for your health problems and anxiety?

In your position I'd call in sick , you're clearly unwell.

Cooking eggs! Can't call in sick, big day at work which is what the anxiety is about.

Sorry, this sucks. The only good part is that you at least know you'll be able to sleep tonight.

I have a toddler with a chest infection.

Not sure it will help for tonight, but a few drops of lavender on your pillow always helps me sleep.

Will you have a chance for a 40 minute power nap at lunchtime? Shut yourself into a room, set an alarm and close your eyes. Try and get into that half sleep place and doze. It can be immensely refreshing even if you don’t actually fall properly asleep.

Can you arrange things so you know you can have a proper sleep after work? Can someone else have the toddler? For today keep hydrated - caffeine is a diuretic. Eat little and often. Any chance you get grab a catnap - I had a sleep in my car on break last week after pain kept me awake most of the night.

Are you getting through the day ok?