Rough night

[shaipanda]

I know someone is going to tell me that I am overemotional, or that this post doesn't have a point.

Sorry my feelings are uncontrollable and pointless.

 

I hate night time because it makes me feel so damn lonely. I start thinking about all the things that upset me, and then I am crying alone.

 

Tonight is no different. Except tonight there is also a thunderstorm.

 

I am terrified of thunderstorms.

 

I live with my caring older brother, but of course this is the one night he isn't home.

[Guest Arc]

Feeling alone at night is kinda normal, I think. I feel alone at night anyway. Even when I've slept with other people I've felt lonely as soon as they're asleep because when they're sleeping they'e just... there doin' nothing. It's hard to explain haha. >< 

 

I'm personally terrified of really strong winds. It really scares me at night and I'm not sure why. So I wouldn't say you're overemotional. Everyone has their fears and even if someone thinks they're pointless they're valid because they are to you. 

 

A few years ago I used to have a star projector that I found super relaxing for when I was upset or stressed. I had it in my uni dorm room. It had this one setting that would gently flicker colourful stars and I just loved to watch it and fall asleep to it. One of my friends has one that projects something like ocean waves that I also quite like. Maybe you could look into something like that for next time there's a storm? They can be quite calming to watch and anything is worth a try when you're scared and awake anyway.  

 

What I like to do is just put music on when there's wind/storms. Find something you like and just try listen to that. Movies work for me also but watching them keeps me up, so I prefer to try fall asleep while listening to music. You could even try an audiobook or something? Just try look around for things that distract you and could help relax you so you can sleep. ^^ 

[Littlest_Bee]

Two excellent suggestions, in my opinion. I don't think there's much I can add to that. Nights can be super hard.

 

Sometimes it helps to just turn the lights on, go through every room, check that things are alright and try to calm down. Colour something, have a snack and go through your full night routine again once you feel better. Your brother will come home again. The storm will stop. And another day will come.

 

I love listening to "Lullaby for a Stormy Night " by Vienna Teng

(SFW)

[Quirkygrl16]

Night can be hard for me too.. *hugs*