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Hi, this past months i cant sleep well, it feels like im just closing my eyes but i know whats happening around, my mind is awake. And i am sleepy all the time i dont have energy to do what i usually do before like swimming. I dont know i dont understand what i feel, i lost motivation on everything. Im also dreaming about my brother almost every night, he passed away january.
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It sounds like you are in a difficult period in your life, and that this is demanding for you. I want to praise you for your honesty, as this can be difficult for many to share.
The way you describe it, it might seem like this could be a grief reaction after the loss of your brother. I don't know anything about how the grieving process has been for you, and how you have processed what has happened. Grief and grief processing are as different as we humans. Some people get reactions right away, while for others it can take a long time before the reactions come. Some process grief relatively quickly, while others may take a long time. One is not more correct than the other, and there is no conclusion here.
Many of the symptoms you describe, such as difficulty sleeping, racing thoughts and low mood, can also be reminiscent of depressive symptoms. On what you describe, I think it would have been nice for you to talk to someone about what you are experiencing, and to get help on how to work through it.
Almost all of us benefit from social and emotional support, and when we feel socially connected and have stable and supportive relationships, we are more likely to better cope with hard times, stress, and depression. If you don’t have a close friend to talk to, or someone to rely on, you are more than welcome to contact the Student Counselor at your place of study, who offers help and support to students who experience challenges in life.
I wish you all the best for the future.
Vennlig hilsen,
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