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Insomnia Revisited

I have no idea why this always happens - it seems as if every term I hit a period where it's impossible for me to have a good sleep. Usually, I have "dreamless" nights where I don't wake up until my alarm clock tells me to. During these trying times, I always have dreams which cause me to wake up at least once in the middle of the night.

I don't think stress is a factor - although, I suppose that might be a quasi-lie in light of my last post. Seriously though, I try to vent out my stress during the day so that I don't keep it inside. Affirmation is easily attainable, trust me. Work-related anxiety is especially common these days - things are pretty tense around my cubicle because of issues I'm responsible for. It gets so frustrating sometimes, but I'm lucky in the sense that there are always co-workers around who are able to sneak in a laugh.

At home, I guess the upcoming Christmas holiday might induce a bit of worry into my life. Holidays are always tough, aren't they? All the fuss about what to get for this person and that person, how much you're supposed to spend, etc. If only people could embrace the season for non-material reasons - family, friends, being together. Of course, I'm not saying my family is materialistic - I think I'm safe in saying that we celebrate happiness during Christmas and not so much the gift-giving. Yes, there are a few boxes underneath the tree, but nothing crazy like keys to a new car or anything like that. I just hope that Christmas won't be too white!

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Anonymous said…
*hug*

let's do something again this weekend! i have to see u alot b4 u leave. that is if my little surgery goes ok :)
December 11, 2006 11:15 pm
lifeasj said…
Hehe - sure! Good luck with your surgery!!! :)
December 12, 2006 1:58 pm
Nicolas Brown said…
Heresy!! White is the only PROPER colour for Christmas.

But seriously, it likely is stress. All those things, holidays, school starting, work ending, cause stress. It's not at all uncommon to have trouble sleeping, even though you don't feel like they are really stressful...

It'll be good to see you again! I hope your holidays go well.
December 13, 2006 4:50 pm
lifeasj said…
You're probably right. Although, tonight, I'm still hoping to get a good night's rest... :) *crosses fingers*

Happy holidays to you too! :D
December 13, 2006 10:58 pm
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