Lott Behavioral Health

It’s the same cycle… every single day.

I spend the day completely exhausted. Fighting to keep my eyes open, running on coffee… then Diet Coke… maybe even an energy drink just to get through.

All day I’m thinking, I can’t wait to go to bed tonight.

I get home and don’t even let myself sit down because I know I’ll crash. I push through everything I need to do, just waiting for the moment I can finally get in bed and relax.

And then… it happens.

The second my head hits the pillow, I’m wide awake.

Not for a few minutes… for hours.

Now my brain wants to replay everything. Plan everything. Worry about everything. I try all the “sleep tips,” write things down, clear my mind, count sheep… nothing works.

Next thing I know it’s midnight. Then 1am. Then 2am.

And now I’m not just awake, I’m anxious. Because I already know how tomorrow is going to feel.

Exhausted… all over again.

Does this happen to you? Drop a “yes” below or share what your nights look like. Know you're not the only one!

Some mornings your body is out of bed, but your brain is still somewhere behind the starting line.

You’re moving, technically.
But thinking clearly? Starting tasks? Making basic decisions? That can feel way harder than it “should.”

Sometimes your brain is waking up under less-than-ideal conditions:
- not enough sleep
- too much stress
- mental overload
- low energy
- executive functioning that takes longer to come online

Some mornings might look like:
- getting stuck scrolling because your brain wants something easy first
- feeling mentally cloudy even after you’re physically up
- wanting to start, but not being able to pick the first step
- getting frustrated with yourself before the day even begins
- needing a long runway just to feel like a person

Instead of telling yourself to “try harder,” it can help to make the first step smaller, simpler, and easier to access. Less pressure. More support.

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Night sweats, vivid dreams, jaw clenching, these under‑discussed SSRI side effects can catch people off guard. These are signals your body may be adjusting to the medication.

If you’ve noticed changes in your sleep, tension, or physical comfort after starting or modifying an SSRI, it’s worth bringing up during your next visit. A conversation can help you understand what’s happening & explore supportive options with your provider.

Your experience matters, and you deserve care that listens.

Lott Behavioral Health