For me when I don't sleep properly my anxiety is higher and so is my stress level. My sleep is broken a lot.

There is not a doubt in my mind that being tired heightens my anxiety. "Tired" is within the "H.A.L.T." tool I use for my anxiety management inventory. When I feel my anxiety escalating, my first therapeutically acquired response is to check and see if I am:

Hungry
Angry
Lonely or
Tired

To me, in my more logical mind, all four seem to obvious for mention, but it is amazing how easy it can be to overlook the obvious under the influence of anxiety.

Hi Arfie,
For me being tired heightens mine too.

Being hungry can definitely do it too.

And yes being angry doesn't help either.

Being lonely sometimes can get me in a funk.
But sometimes I enjoy the quietness of being alone. It's relaxing to me. Thanks for your comment. Italianmomma4ever

And Arfie I don't know if you take naps, but it sure helps me when I'm tired. I also like to snack between meals.

When I'm tired, I am more aware of everything.

Taking the moment to close my eyes and rest relax breathe allows me to find the calm.

That "H.A.L.T." tool is effective in helping me to check my balance and move the anxiety within range.

Here's to finding what works to help you find the balance.

Hi Mid,
I agree with being aware of everything when I'm tired. And taking time to relax and rest makes me feel so much better. It helps clear my mind and let's me focus better.

The H.A.L.T. does help keep my anxiety in check.
The four that Arfie mentioned, is something that I go over and make sure they are all in balance.

Thank you for your comment. Italianmomma4ever

And Mid,
Hope your thumb is doing better.
Happy Healing!!!!

IM, it is doing better. Still sensitive. Lesson learned, though, to focus completely.

Glad to hear. It was an accident. We all make them.
Hugs!!!!

it all depends I can be happy and tired at the same time. With snow here in Newengland as my husband is the head of maitenence for the school department which is a really good job and hes really good at what he does.Thats why when the covid began when they were cutting jobs they knew it be a big mistake to get rid of him. theres been times because of his knowledge and hands on experience hes saved the schools thousands of dollars. Hes had to be out plowing and sanding all the school property and making sure the walkways have been cleared out so incase they decide to have schools open. At night im so use to him being home in bed with me cuddling him as he sleeps. But I get all nervous like if something happens to him, All I can say is I am proud of my hardworking man and im always proud to kiss him when he comes home, There is not much he cant fix.

But also as sleep when my baby takes his nap around 1 in the afternoon then I will take a nap then and even just for that hour I feel great after and thats when its time to pick my daughter up from school.

Hi Sweetgirl,
I can be happy too and be tired. Lol.
Sounds beautiful the snow. It's been raining here on the West Coast. I'm glad to hear your husband is doing well with work. Glad he is still working. That's a relief for you I'm sure and him too.

I'm sure it's hard not having his warm body in the bed with you. But he is hard at work providing for the family. Great husband and hard worker.

Glad you to enjoy your naps. I enjoy mine too. I feel energized after I take it. Thanks for your comment. And stay warm and safe. Hugs to you and your family and dog. Italianmomma4ever

And Sweetgirl,
Sounds like your gonna have a White Christmas with all the snow. That is beautiful. Have a wonderful holiday. And your hubby can keep you warm. Awww

We been to the west coast many times like seatle where it always rains and to california quite a few times, When my husband was in the military he was stationed in Hawaii and when he would have time off we would fly to California to visit different parts. His older brother is an ER dr in Sandiego. Im honestly excited with the snow I took my son out for a few minutes as it was his 1st time him seing it in his life he loved standing in it he wasnt happy when I took him in but for a 9 month old should not be out long.

For me, being alone and being lonely are two entirely different experiences. I often feel the most lonely in the company of other humans. Other humans mostly make me feel like a freak-a-zoid. Are we even the same species?

I seldom feel lonely when I am alone. Quite a few of my therapy supporters believe I am in denial on that score, but? ? ? Ideal, or knot, it works for me.

I miss naps. . . They were nearly a daily treat way back in early 2019 when I was still retired. Naps have become a rare treat since the GKs called me out of retirement. Most days I *simply* put the "T" on the acceptance radar and do the best I can with what I have to work with.

Hi,
Yes it always does rain in Seattle, so I hear.
Hawaii is gorgeous!!! Been to Maui and loved it!!!!
Southern California is very nice. We have friends in San Diego and Newport Beach and I've also visited Santa Barbara. We're more Northern California. Wine country.

Yes the snow would be also a lot of fun. Especially for the kids. Just can't stay out too long. It's cold!!!!