I’m all freaked out tonight, overwhelmed with anxiety. I missed my meds yesterday, and it’s got me ■■■■■■ up now.
Every time a customer walks in my heart starts beating fast, start breathing weird, earlier I was shaking a little too.
■■■■ this, I hate this ■■■■.
The half life of one med may be quite different than the half life of another med.
True.
I wish I could take a Haldol prn, but I didn’t bring any with me. I don’t have a benzo.
Hey, you got this. Been following you here for a long time and I’ve seen you face down worse with style and panache. You’re gonna kick ass and chew bubblegum like usual (you’re one of the users I look up to here). Do NOT doubt yourself!
Sending much (((hugs))) and good vibes your way
How long until your shift is over @freakonaleash?
Another 4 1/2 hours to go
Well, it sounds like you’re in the home stretch then. Does the number of customers typically slow down as the night progresses?
Yeah, it has slowed down some now, but it will be a very busy morning.
The coworker I relieved said he would call and check on me, take over here if I need him to, but I haven’t heard from him yet. I hope like hell that he calls.
It’s been like a mild panic attack for the past 3 1/2 hours.
Do you have anything that helps calm you down that you can try? Inbetween customers, maybe you can try taking calming breaths or visualizing a calm scene like a beach or a tropical island?
I’ve been doing some deep breathing all night.
Unfortunately, I’m supposed to get some work done once it slows down, like cleaning and stocking.
I have sympathy for you, I can relate. BTDT. (“been there, done that”).
But hell, Elvis Presley made a career out of doing that.
Maybe doing the cleaning and stocking will help take your mind off the anxiety somewhat. You could also continue with breathing exercises while your doing those tasks.
@77nick77. could always crack a few more jokes to help take your mind off the anxiety. 
Got out of work an hour and a half ago, feeling much better now.
I knew you could do it. I’m so proud of you for NOT giving up!
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