I know I didn't slip into this problem overnight, and I won't solve it overnight. And you're right, anxiety can breed itself late and in the dark.. So I think the key is recognizing that cycle, rationally, then just a little med help to back it all up. It certainly beats treating only the symptom each night-- with more and powerful drugs-- which then become less and less effective anyway. Been there, and been doin' that. But I'm thankful to recognize how that plan has been leading me somewhere I don't want to be. You wouldn't believe the "things" you'll do when your out of sleep meds, and its still 2 weeks from your doc refilling them. Making "medicine cabinet cocktails" is what I call it, and, well, very very bad. It's a downward spiral, alright. And your DW is helping you through all this valiently, but you hide the full extent of it all, even from her-- and from DS when he's home from college. But the great news is I e-mailed Doc today, and he has some great ideas in line with what we've been posting about. I'll see him on Monday. And half a med worked pretty well last night! Oh, and btw, Lauren, yes I am said author of the ebook, thanks for asking. It's a silver lining that came from all the insomnia, (LOL). A paper-back (physical book) edition should be forth-coming fairly soon. Had a snafu or two there, but I think it's a go now. Shoulda done things in reverse-- ebook 2nd.OH, no thanks needed.I honestly think that half of the problem with "anxiety" IS the fear of that "anxiety". And, it is something we learn/teach ourselves from having bad experiences, even if that bad experience only happened to us a couple of times. That is all it takes sometimes. We just expect them. You know? If your brain thinks you are getting what you need (some help
) then most times it will work to appease that negative response. Our minds are extremely powerful just all on their own.
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Are you an author??!!!!I saw your kindle book from your siggy website. Looks pretty interesting and will check it out when I have more time.
Anyway, thanks again, Lauren, for the concern, and another perspective on the sleepless thing.
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, that is the reward!!!! or at least something positive that came of it. 
OH - if it were only true. Maybe a bit on the inside - a kid lives. :rofl:
