I cant find a way to relax...

allicat300 · February 2015

So things have really been rough these past couple of months my job has been horrible (weird long hours cutting pay and hours) and our dog is dying and some other things are going on.... But i seriously have no way to chill. I explained to my DH and my son that i need time to myself. I used to have a glass of wine and read and they uses to leave me alone. Now i am obviously not drinking but everytime i try to give myself alone time either my DH has to tell me something or my son needs to interject or my dog needs medical attention ect. I just dont know what to do. I tried yoga but couldnt get a moment to nyself to do that either. What do you do to relax i feel like i am going to blow

amhoover88 · February 2015

Are you able to take a yoga class away from the house? Maybe they wouldn't be able to interrupt if you were able to get away by yourself.

allicat300 · February 2015

No money is tight due to unforseen circumstances

carolyngrace · February 2015

Leave the house. Tea and a trashy magazine at a coffee shop. (or whatever)

Also... have a glass of wine.

allicat300 · February 2015

Thanks guys

i may just go to the library or my school (just re-enrolled to college to pursue my dream job)

kbbtah · February 2015

Kinda corney, but have you tried listening to guided meditation? I think the lady's name is Bellaruth Napersack. Her stuff has helped me in the past. Just dont listen while driving.

Trampslikeus · February 2015

Are you in to second tri? Have yourself a little glass of wine. Relaxing music and ear plugs. Hope things get easier for you soon!

megtyrrell · February 2015

I agree with everyone else... Try to get out of the house for a little while and do something you enjoy. Reading at the library sounds like a good idea because you'll get "you time" and quiet!

babynails · February 2015

If it were me I would go to a coffee shop, have a cup of mint tea, and with headphones in listen to Enya. Good luck!

tinybugsmom · February 2015

I lock myself in the bathroom or bedroom and put music on.... a bath or just resting in bed with a book.

courtyowl427 · February 2015

I second the yoga class. I started prenatal yoga yesterday and it was amazing. It was so nice to take an hour for myself. The environment was so serene and supportive. We focused on stretching and pelvic strengthening poses. The last 5 mins of class were a guided relaxation and it honestly stayed with me for the entire day. If you purchased at class pass card, each class is only $10. Totally worth it!!

loveee27 · February 2015

Hot bubble bath with soft music always takes some stress away hope this helps

Addelie · February 2015

I second the bubble bath. That or a walk just to get some air. Hope you feel better soon.

hailee8706 · February 2015

Work stresses me out too so sometimes I just head to the mall and window shop or take the long way home and listen to some good music. Just taking a little time to unwind before I get home makes a big difference. Sounds like your poor brain could use a break from all the important things.

amooraxo · February 2015

tinybugsmom said:

I lock myself in the bathroom or bedroom and put music on.... a bath or just resting in bed with a book.

I go in the bathroom-- no one questions and leaves me alone. I sit on my phone... play games, facebook, instagram, read...

Just to sit in peace and quiet for a minute, breath and not deal with anything outside is sometimes all it takes.

kelseyharrell22 · February 2015

Yeah lock yourself in the bathroom & enjoy a nice hot bath.

ElRuby · February 2015

I agree with Yoga and nice warm baths. I completely disagree about drinking wine. No study and no expert has determined a "safe" amount of alcohol to drink. I understand some providers have said it is ok to drink although I have never come across one in real life that has said this...I just don't understand the risk when countless studies have shown the harmful effects of alcohol.... 9 months is not a terribly long time to wait for a drink.