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Jan 14, 2010, 09:08 PM
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Member Since: Mar 2009
Location: So Cal
Posts: 3,342
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Well...yes and no (on forcing yourself up).
You need to be able to sit with the discomfort and know that, most likely, it is your brain chemistry that is running amuck...unless there is a current legit threat of your life.
Then, what I try and do when this happens, is some self soothing which may include putting on some music, taking a warm bath, working some crafts/puzzles...something that can pull my mind away. Believe it or not...exercise works wonders for turning off/down the constant restless/racing mind. And, it doesn't take much. Maybe a brisk 10 minute walk, or something that can get your heart rate up. If you can increase your heart rate and stimulate your central nervous system, this will lead to your body secreting dopamine (a neurotransmitter) which will begin to counteract the other chemicals that are off.
It can be difficult though when you are feeling poorly but your mind won't stop.
I hope this helps a bit...
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