For about the past month, I've been becoming easily angered by small annoyances. It's odd and very unlike me. I've always been someone who won't even get angry when I should. But lately it doesn't take too much and I don't get it. Like seeing the time after finishing what I had to get done for the day and becoming angry that I'm not going to get enough sleep to feel okay the next day. Minor stuff like that that I'd normally shrug off. And I don't mean I get annoyed, I mean really angry. Like the kind that's hard to shake and causes you to breath heavier and such.

Anyone ever go through a phase like this or know what might be behind it? :shrug:

1. Are you on in medicine right now and if so, how long have you been on it?

That would be my first guess. It sounds like you are experiencing some effects of "hypertension". My second guess would be that you have recently shifted the levels of physical activity? Do you have a job where you are less physically involved now?

Finally, what's your age? Male or Female?

-HGVonGalten

No medication. In my twenties. Female.

No change in physical activity.

hmmmm is somebody in your life stressing you out?
That happens to be sometimes, and even the small things become irratating.

hmmmm is somebody in your life stressing you out?
That happens to be sometimes, and even the small things become irratating.

Haha...well you know better than most (or any on here) the answer to that. Think that's all it is? It never seems directed at that. Just general anger at random things unexpectedly. But you think?

I am just going by my own experience. My older son has been stressing me out lately, since he started junior high he seems to think he is too cool all of a sudden. I find myself holding onto the stress sometimes, and I find my patience level for even silly things isn't as high as usual. I think sometimes you just hold onto and it starts to spill out into other things that have nothing to do with it.

Yeah, it probably is stress. I feel really stressed beforehand and then something small will happen that makes me furious. Ugh I want it to stop.:(

I am sure alot of us can relate! Sometimes it does seem to drag on and on. You try and pretend it has gone away but things are still nagging on you. If it is someone who is stressing you out, sometimes a good talk and getting it all out can make it stop.

That happens to a lot of folks, but if it's causing your bloodpressure to get high, then you might want to keep an eye on diet and also "VERY IMPORTANT" level of physical activity. Just a few minutes of walking a day can help out your mood a lot. You don't have to run a marathon or anything like that. Additionally, a lot of folks when down and out, will try meds first before excercise. And most problems (anger) are easily delt with by just a little excercise (or a hired hitman).

Good luck.

-HGVonGalten
No medication. In my twenties. Female.

No change in physical activity.

Yes, kids get to that age and you just want to say, "You aren't cute anymore."

My sister - all of 14 years old - came stolling (no sauntering actually) in from the beach this weekend.
"Where've you been?" I asked.
"We just met this really cool guy down the beach...he's coming by later." She stated.
I looked at my mother and mimed my young sister, "He was Sooo cool mom!"

That - in essence - is how kids are at this young age; superior, know it all, sarcastic...come to think of it, a lot like I was at that age.

It passes though. Truly

-HGVonGalten

I am just going by my own experience. My older son has been stressing me out lately, since he started junior high he seems to think he is too cool all of a sudden. I find myself holding onto the stress sometimes, and I find my patience level for even silly things isn't as high as usual. I think sometimes you just hold onto and it starts to spill out into other things that have nothing to do with it.

That happens to a lot of folks, but if it's causing your bloodpressure to get high, then you might want to keep an eye on diet and also "VERY IMPORTANT" level of physical activity. Just a few minutes of walking a day can help out your mood a lot. You don't have to run a marathon or anything like that. Additionally, a lot of folks when down and out, will try meds first before excercise. And most problems (anger) are easily delt with by just a little excercise (or a hired hitman).

Good luck.

-HGVonGalten

I'd never try meds for this. Hired hitman...maybe...;)

is mrow a man or a woman?

if a woman, are you on any form of contraceptives?

she is a woman

Yes, kids get to that age and you just want to say, "You aren't cute anymore."

My sister - all of 14 years old - came stolling (no sauntering actually) in from the beach this weekend.
"Where've you been?" I asked.
"We just met this really cool guy down the beach...he's coming by later." She stated.
I looked at my mother and mimed my young sister, "He was Sooo cool mom!"

That - in essence - is how kids are at this young age; superior, know it all, sarcastic...come to think of it, a lot like I was at that age.

It passes though. Truly

-HGVonGalten

HAHA so true! but I still have another son in the "he is just so damn cute phase" thank god. Although will prob be over soon too! :bawl:

Before he hit junior high he didn't have so much attitude. I am keeping him in check though. I am still in charge even though he seems to think I am the Bad Guy lately. Oh well. I am still his Mom not his friend he doesn't have to like all my rules but he has to follow them.

I am still his Mom not his friend he doesn't have to like all my rules but he has to follow them.

That is an excellent attitude. More parents should realise that a child can have any friends, but parents are unique.

That is an excellent attitude. More parents should realise that a child can have any friends, but parents are unique.

1) Children shouldn't be able to be friends with anybody they want. You've never heard the expression, "I don't want you hanging around _____ over there. He's trouble!"

2) Children shouldn't assume a role of "friendship" between themselves and their parents. Parents should maintain an appropriate level of disciplinary oversight, and should make sure that all the rules established in the household are followed religiously. If and when the children take these rules and parental recommendations to heart, they can be closer to their parents in terms of friendship. However, first and foremost, appropriate fear and authority is necessary. Friends have no fear or authority over each other, which is why parents shouldn't be friends to their children. Those who are usually make it to the Maury Show, drowning in tears for their own folly and naivety.

1) Children shouldn't be able to be friends with anybody they want. You've never heard the expression, "I don't want you hanging around _____ over there. He's trouble!"

2) Children shouldn't assume a role of "friendship" between themselves and their parents. Parents should maintain an appropriate level of disciplinary oversight, and should make sure that all the rules established in the household are followed religiously. If and when the children take these rules and parental recommendations to heart, they can be closer to their parents in terms of friendship. However, first and foremost, appropriate fear and authority is necessary. Friends have no fear or authority over each other, which is why parents shouldn't be friends to their children. Those who are usually make it to the Maury Show, drowning in tears for their own folly and naivety.

1) I have NEVER told my kids they can't have a certain friend. I have told them that a certain person wasn't welcome in our home, but never couldn't be friends. They have to learn what a good or bad friend is and the only way that can happen is if they find out for themselves.
Both have. (Cory the fire bug and Rachel the bitch)

2) I am a friend to both my kids. Sometimes I am an incredibly bossy friend with a hint of bully, but I'm still a friend. :D I would never never want my children to fear me. Those are the parents who have children with secrets.

is mrow a man or a woman?

if a woman, are you on any form of contraceptives?

anyone know the age? Pre-menopausal??

is mrow a man or a woman?

if a woman, are you on any form of contraceptives?

I am on contraceptives actually. But same ones for 3 years now.

1) I have NEVER told my kids they can't have a certain friend. I have told them that a certain person wasn't welcome in our home, but never couldn't be friends. They have to learn what a good or bad friend is and the only way that can happen is if they find out for themselves.
Both have. (Cory the fire bug and Rachel the bitch)

2) I am a friend to both my kids. Sometimes I am an incredibly bossy friend with a hint of bully, but I'm still a friend. :D I would never never want my children to fear me. Those are the parents who have children with secrets.

Well then, you're a typical failed parent. Don't worry, though - you're anything but alone.

1) You've never heard the expression, "I don't want you hanging around _____ over there. He's trouble!"

Those who are usually make it to the Maury Show, drowning in tears for their own folly and naivety.



I have been saying this myself lately. Although I do realise I can't pick his friends. I have just been giving him my opinion and what I expect from him. He knows that I don't care if other kids can run wild and not get in trouble.
As long as he lives with me, there are certain rules that must be obeyed.
He is hanging around some kids at this new school that I would rather not. I told him that I expect him to be his own person and not just follow what every other idiot is doing. You know that old saying, I heard growing up.

If Bobby jumps in the lake are you going to jump to. That is too outdated and have come up with some of my own newer versions lol



lol is that show still around? But I agree! He has enough friends, he is Mr Socialite. I am the parent and I have to set the rules and set guidelines. We still do cool things and have fun, but I am not looking to be his "friend"

I have been saying this myself lately. Although I do realise I can't pick his friends. I have just been giving him my opinion and what I expect from him. He knows that I don't care if other kids can run wild and not get in trouble.
As long as he lives with me, there are certain rules that must be obeyed.
He is hanging around some kids at this new school that I would rather not. I told him that I expect him to be his own person and not just follow what every other idiot is doing. You know that old saying, I heard growing up.

If Bobby jumps in the lake are you going to jump to. That is too outdated and have come up with some of my own newer versions lol

Good for you. This is how parenting should be.

Canadian parents are usually too passive, I've noticed.

lol is that show still around? But I agree! He has enough friends, he is Mr Socialite.

Of course it's still around! Exploiting stupid whores on national television = cha-ching!

I remember he used to have this Bootcamp for kids. This buff black man used to stand on the stage yelling at them, before they got shipped off.
I think more kids need to go somewhere like that to smarten up. It seems that kids these days have no respect for adults. Too many parents work long hrs, compensate their kids with all kinds of material bullshit. Then these kids are running wild because the parents are too tired to keep up with what their kids are up to.

Best show ever.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=vt2i0ts-uck

Well then, you're a typical failed parent. Don't worry, though - you're anything but alone.

LOL, you're so funny when you joke around like that. :D

Best show ever.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=vt2i0ts-uck

He was doing the Not your father episodes at least 3 times a week for a while there. I like how they are 500% sure they are the father.....till the envelope opens lol

I am on contraceptives actually. But same ones for 3 years now.

how old are you and where do you live?

Not enough sleep might be the reason. Your diet is also very important to your mood as well.

how old are you and where do you live?

Twenties. Florida.

Not enough sleep might be the reason. Your diet is also very important to your mood as well.

Sleep is definitely a problem. I know that for sure. What should I make sure my diet gets?

Twenties. Florida.

How's the winter in florida? I guess we can rule out the seasonal stuff...

I don't know about what has made the suddent change for you, but I might be able to help you deal with it.

I am a extremely irritable person, and there are some things that sometimes go unoticed and they end up bottling up into a explosion of rage. If you can check on these things every now and then, it might help you keep a peaceful state of mind:

- Background noise: sometimes you don't even notice, but that buzz in the background is stressing you out. Either eliminate it or put headphones on. Best solution, of course, is silence.

- Physical stress: every now and then I'm so focused on whatever I'm doing that I end up staying in the same position for a long time, and that causes body ache everywhere. Get up, stretch a little, go potty, come back and sit in a comfortable position.

- Hydrate: Drink water. A lot. Just do it, you'll thank me.

- Caffeine: I know you love it, I know it hurts, but you're going to have to leg go... come on...

- Unatended headaches: get off your ass and have an advil, varda, geez!

- Set goals: "If I don't get this done by XX:XX PM, I'm moving on to something else". You can get back to whatever you were trying later, with a fresh mind.

- Too much light/not enough light: Close a curtain, elimilate reflections on your screen, make sure you're not squinting to read. And wear your glasses even if you hate them.

-"Fuck, it has gotten to late and I won't get enough sleep": make it sure for yourself that whatever sleep you are getting is going to be some fucking awesome good quality sleep. Take a quick hot shower even if it's really late in the night, it will onky take 5 mins but it will make you feel great. Set your alarm to 20 minutes earlier than you have to get up, so you dont have to just jump out of bed. Make some tea or hot milk and drink it slowly (I preffer some whisky, myself), let sleep come.

- RED ALLARM: if you start to feel your veins popping on your forehead, your breath getting unstable, and a sudden urge arrises to bite someone's head off, get up, leave the place where you are and get some open air, breathe, come back, make some tea, drink the tea, resume.


That's what I do :)

oh yeah i forgot

eat tons of fruit everyday, keep it on your desk and just bite at one whever you feel like
fruit helps you have a nice and regular GI tract, gives you tons of vitamins, some good well deserving sugar that you need, and it's just great to fix upset stomach

Also, exercising is great for you, will make you sleep like a baby, and your body will be tight. Buy some good running shoes and bras and just start going for 15 min runs at the end of the day. Your life will improve 100% I swear. You can thank me later.

I also forgot "not enough sex"
I can't do anything about that right now :(

I'll thank you now. Thanks, Varda! Really good tips. Yeah the caffeine I REALLY need to cut back on...but it's so hard when I didn't get enough sleep. Endless cycle of hell. But I will try...maybe. And I do get headaches a lot (probably the aforementioned lack of sleep and caffeine overdosing).

I actually do run, and that does wonders. I'm a 5K runner actually and after a race or training for a race I feel amazing all day.

I tried the tea thing just now actually. Earl Grey. Very nice.

I try to buy fruit (I love it) but it always seems to go bad so quickly before I can finish it. :(

And I think I'm good on the sex...;)

I've been noticing background noise since you said it. Annoying. Unfortunately, I can't tune out the morons constantly surrounding me. Or maybe I can? You seem to know exactly how I feel so if anyone can, it's probably you.

Oh yeah, winters in Florida. I forgot...

It gets down to the 30s and twenties here in winter but still fairly sunny and not very windy so not at cold as those temps up north. I'm originally from New York City.

Summer, which is rapidly approaching, does quite suck, contrary to popular belief. It rains all day (except very early in the morning and very late at night), every day, all summer. Fun times.

are you feeling any better yet?

I'll thank you now. Thanks, Varda! Really good tips. Yeah the caffeine I REALLY need to cut back on...but it's so hard when I didn't get enough sleep. Endless cycle of hell. But I will try...maybe. And I do get headaches a lot (probably the aforementioned lack of sleep and caffeine overdosing).


Dehydration also causes headache. And not a lot of people know this, feeling sleepy in the afternoon is sometimes due to dehydration. Keep a bottle with water on your desk and fill it up everytime you go through it. You'll feel less tired and in a better overal state.
It makes your skin better too ;)


I actually do run, and that does wonders. I'm a 5K runner actually and after a race or training for a race I feel amazing all day.

Awesome. I hope that you do it regularly and allow yourself a day of rest in between. Btw, don't run yourself to fatigue!

I tried the tea thing just now actually. Earl Grey. Very nice.


Haha cool. My tea stops are the highlights of my day. I have been drinking either mint, camomile or my delicious mandaring orange spice because these are low on caffeine. I'm a recovering addict so I'm keeping myself on the leash.


I try to buy fruit (I love it) but it always seems to go bad so quickly before I can finish it. :(

Well, I'm from Brazil, we have abundace of fruits everywhere. There is a fruit shop on the way to work, I just go there and buy one of each for the day, that way I always get the fresh stuff too.

And I think I'm good on the sex...;)

damn you!!

I've been noticing background noise since you said it. Annoying. Unfortunately, I can't tune out the morons constantly surrounding me. Or maybe I can? You seem to know exactly how I feel so if anyone can, it's probably you.

This is one of the main sources of annoyance to me. It's awful. What I do is put my headphones on and listen to something relaxing, like ambient or classic... music is symetrical and it doesn't interefere with my thoughts nearly as much as a bunch of idiots catching up with eachother's private matters, so it helps

are you feeling any better yet?

Not sure. No intense rage today so I guess that's good! :p

Dehydration also causes headache. And not a lot of people know this, feeling sleepy in the afternoon is sometimes due to dehydration. Keep a bottle with water on your desk and fill it up everytime you go through it. You'll feel less tired and in a better overal state.
It makes your skin better too ;)



Awesome. I hope that you do it regularly and allow yourself a day of rest in between. Btw, don't run yourself to fatigue!



Haha cool. My tea stops are the highlights of my day. I have been drinking either mint, camomile or my delicious mandaring orange spice because these are low on caffeine. I'm a recovering addict so I'm keeping myself on the leash.



Well, I'm from Brazil, we have abundace of fruits everywhere. There is a fruit shop on the way to work, I just go there and buy one of each for the day, that way I always get the fresh stuff too.



damn you!!



This is one of the main sources of annoyance to me. It's awful. What I do is put my headphones on and listen to something relaxing, like ambient or classic... music is symetrical and it doesn't interefere with my thoughts nearly as much as a bunch of idiots catching up with eachother's private matters, so it helps

Varda, you're awesome. Seriously. If anything else comes to mind let me know!

always a pleasure :)

hope you're doing betterb

how much sugar you been eating lately?

oh yeah

use honey in the tea, or nothing at all

the sugar form all that fruit you'll be eating is better for you, and it should be enough :)

how much sugar you been eating lately?

Probably a lot actually. I drink coffee almost every day (but I'm cutting back Varda, I swear!) and it's never without sugar unfortunately.

when your blood sugar changes, esp when its high, it can cause irritability, exactly like you described. little things make you angry, its easy to get really really upset over something. the whole time you might even be thinking to yourself, "what the heck is wrong with me? this is a dumb reason to be upset" but you can't help but continue on being pissy.

my entire extended family is either diabetic, or in denial about their sugar sensitivities. we can be an angry bunch sometimes.

its called pregnancy

its called pregnancy

Haha. Thanks draqon. I assure you that's not it. :p

when your blood sugar changes, esp when its high, it can cause irritability, exactly like you described. little things make you angry, its easy to get really really upset over something. the whole time you might even be thinking to yourself, "what the heck is wrong with me? this is a dumb reason to be upset" but you can't help but continue on being pissy.

my entire extended family is either diabetic, or in denial about their sugar sensitivities. we can be an angry bunch sometimes.

That's exactly what it's like. And I think that to myself every time it happens!

Haha. Thanks draqon. I assure you that's not it. :p

perhaps...you need it. I am 21, male, single. Interested?

perhaps...you need it. I am 21, male, single. Interested?

Hmm, almost same age as me...;)

Oh and also, draqon, I'm part Japanese...

;);)

Oh and also, draqon, I'm part Japanese...

;);)

well I love Japanese culture, and yes I like you even more because of this :p

Lol, thought you might.

Lol, thought you might.

so now that I know you are perfect for me, am I anywhere close to perfect for you? :rolleyes:

so now that I know you are perfect for me, am I anywhere close to perfect for you? :rolleyes:

Well that's hard to say draqon, I don't know much about you. Tell me about yourself?

Well that's hard to say draqon, I don't know much about you. Tell me about yourself?

well alright than.

I am 21.
single.
male.

I am of Russian ethnicity.
I am 6ft 1 in tall
I weigh around 200lb :p
I am a student and going for aero degree.
My dreams include having a family and being in space industry.
I love culture of Japan and enjoy cultural exhibitions of any country in general.
My languages include: Russian, Japanese, and some French.
My hobbies are: bike riding, ice-skating, scuba-diving, and games upon lots of computer games (strategy)
I enjoy science very much, especially if it relates to either biology or physics.
well...and my life has been tough on me so I am strong willed person...and Im a virgin :o well thats about it :)

this is nto a dating site!
take this shit to PM

this is nto a dating site!
take this shit to PM

Varda how is your husband doing?
Everything is fine in your marriage?
Are you happy with how life is and that you are both in love?

yeah? well...I am single and I got nothing like that. so give me at least some chance.

i'm just suggesting that you take your private conversation somewhere you can have more privacy... it's to your advantage, trust me