In the darkness of the night, everything feels peaceful. But sometimes, a restlessness is felt inside the heart. Sometimes this restlessness becomes so deep that we feel lonely, weak and unconscious. We remain busy the whole day. We bury ourselves in the faces and noises of the world. But we are not able to do so at night. The night makes us want to listen to the voices within us. At this time, sudden anxiety at night attacks. It’s an attack that stops us from breathing. Because of this, we become restless and can’t bear the burden of the thoughts we’ve been suppressing day after day. In the tearful silence of the night, our thoughts become faster. Our breathing becomes labored, and our heart pounding, wondering what would happen if everything went wrong. Let’s consider why nighttime anxiety occurs, how it feels, and how we can overcome it.
What is the cause of anxiety at night
Thoughts deepen only when we have time to think.
1. The mind gets a break
All day long, we’re busy with work, people, and social media. But at night, when we lie down to sleep, our thoughts attack us alone. The things we ignore during the day, while being busy, attack us in a blatant way at night. The sorrows hidden in the depths of our hearts return at night.
2. Hormonal changes
The human body releases hormones at night that relax the body. However, stress disrupts the immune system. Hormonal imbalances exacerbate anxiety.
3. Overthinking storm
At night, every thought attacks us. Such as, “What will happen tomorrow?” Am I getting tired of anything? These questions prevent the mind from finding peace.
4. Sleep deprivation
If sex is not fulfilled, both the body and brain go into stress mode. Furthermore, stress also causes sleep to become less and less.
5. Emotional isolation
At night, we are alone. Everything is completely free. This makes us lonely, and anxiety makes us prefer a person alone.
What do nighttime panic attacks feel like?
Imagine you’re sleeping and suddenly you get a shock. Your senses go numb. Your heart is pounding. Your hands and feet are cold. You feel as if your life is going away. You think something bad is going to happen. This is what a panic attack is. It often happens without any reason. People think that anxiety only affects awake people. This is completely wrong. Anxiety can attack sleeping people as well. This happens because the brain is active even when asleep.
How to calm anxiety quickly at night
If you have an anxiety attack at night or feel restless, some simple and powerful techniques can help you immediately.
1. 4-7-8 breathing technique
This technique is proven. Inhale for 4 seconds. Then hold your breath for 7 seconds. After this, exhale for 8 seconds. Repeat this 5 to 10 times. This helps control heatstroke and also reduces panic attacks.
2. Grounding techniques
Look at something near you. Or touch something nearby. Listen for three sounds. This brings your mind back to the present moment.
3. Light music or white noise
A silent room reduces anxiety. Listen to slow music or the sound of something. This provides relief.
4. Avoid screens
Phone light increases anxiety. If you wake up, don’t pick up your phone.
5. Muscle relaxation
Start slowly and gradually relax each muscle. This relaxes the muscles as well as the mind.
6. Thought dumping
Write down your thoughts. This lightens your mind. It feels as if a burden has been lifted.
Why do you wake up every night with anxiety?
If anxiety repeatedly disrupts your sleep at night, there could be several reasons.
1. Unresolved problems
Issues we don’t solve throughout the day demand answers at night.
2. Caffeine or late meals
Tea, coffee, or heavy food late at night can worsen both sleep and anxiety. Therefore, avoid these.
3. Restless memories
Sometimes past wounds awaken while we’re still healing. Trauma and emotional pain often trigger sleep at night.
4. Sleep cycle disturbance
If the sleep cycle becomes imbalanced, the brain starts working in stress mode.
5. Emotional loneliness
We feel the need for companionship most strongly at night. If there’s no companion, anxiety becomes your companion.
A personal whisper to you
If you feel anxious at night, it doesn’t mean you’re weak. Just remember you’re a human being. Remember the heart that feels pain knows whom to love. The mind that worries knows the sense of responsibilities. The one who cries at night will bring a smile to everyone during the day. Night anxiety tells you only one thing: I’m tired, I need peace. When you start giving free rein to your emotions in both your heart and mind, you gradually find peace day after day.
A new dawn awaits (final message)
Nighttime anxiety is definitely dark, but it’s not for nothing. A new morning was born yesterday. With it come new thoughts, new ideas, and new emotions. Rain can sometimes be stormy, but the restlessness that follows is full of peace. In fact, your heart will also become light, clear, and filled with peace. You are stronger than nighttime anxiety.
