Feel stupid.

[LittleFlo]

Hi guys. I'm going a show at the minute (this is the second week of the run). I'm terribly exhausted, and last night I got drunk (which I don't do often) - and had a strange mix of red wine then spirits. I only had about six drinks (which isn't a lot considering what some people drink) over the course of about five hours. I've woken up today, and whilst I don't feel n* as such I certainly have a hangover and I'm worried I will be s*. I've had little sleep, and I'm also on medication for my kidneys that gives you bad constipation and bloating so I'm already suffering from side effects. I feel hungry but daren't eat. I want to sleep but I'm scared I will wake up and be s*. I've never v* from drink or a hangover but I feel guilty as it's my own fault I feel this way. I also have a sore throat and slight sniffy nose - probably from performing every night. Just generally rubbish. What can I do?

[LaurenCasey]

I think you'll be absolutely fine. It's probably the mix of new medication, alcohol, lack of sleep and maybe a cold coming that is making you feel so rubbish. The fact that you're hungry is a good sign!! Don't deprive your body of food, it will more than likely make you feel better Have something light to eat, have a glass of water and just relax in bed. Before you know it, you'll be asleep and waking up feeling MUCH better. I've had days like this too and it's nothing a little R&R can't fix

Hope you're feeling better soon! x

[LittleFlo]

Aw thanks good advice... The main problem is that the cause of my phobia is that I was punished for v* as a child. So it's one thing having a SV which you can't control - but if I have drank a lot and it's self-inflicted, I don't have any sympathy for myself and feel these overwhelming feelings of guilt and shame. X

[wiscomommy]

Hydrate - that's the key!!! Break a leg on your show!

[LaurenCasey]

You should never feel guilty or shameful. It's a repercussion of a good night out and lots of people do it every single weekend! Okay, maybe you had a few too many and are paying for it today but that is YOUR choice, don't ever let anyone put you down or make you feel bad about how you choose to live your life and the choices you make. I hope you're starting to feel a little better now? x

[LittleFlo]

Thanks guys - your words are very encouraging. I have had a little sleep and am now taking a walk in the sunshine to get some food - not sure what I want but will probably just go with what I fancy, and drink lots of water! It was a great night so I'm going to focus on that! What doesn't help is my parents are very religious and don't believe in drinking... They saw some thing about me being out last night on Facebook and they flipped at me (I live miles away from them in London - I'm 22 and not a child but they seem to think it's okay to give me their opinion on everything) xx

[Mamafear]

When you home, and you've eaten, make a solution of ine teaspoin of water, a pinch of salt in a litre of water. Slowly sip at it over the day. It will replace electrolyles and rehydrate you beautifully. It's a magic elixer we used when we were younger. If you can sllep for a couple of hours it will have an even better effect. I know how you feel with the guilt though, I felt it every time I felt even a slight hangover and would spend the next day very tearful and angry at myself! I stopped drinking altogether now. Anyway, I hope you feel bettet fast and your show goes brilliantly! Xxx

[KTodd]

I agree I think you are fine...EAT that will absorb the alcohol. It just sounds like you are scared like we all get. Just try and eat even if it's a few crackers and get hydrated that could be why your throat is sore and most importantly, for your body, REST. You need to rest sweetie. I hope you are feeling much better now. Just have faith and it'll all work out.