What do you do when you are so nervous about something, you are crying contantly?

I think it is reasonable to be nervous, but I don’t think moderate nervousness would cause constant crying. You are embarking on a great adventure, and everything will work out. It usually does, right? Although I am one to focus on the big picture in most situations and encourage others to do so too, in this case I think that you have to focus on what is right in front of you. Thinking about all of the problems you need to solve could become overwhelming and that may be why you are crying. Enjoy the moment that you have right now. Hopefully it turns out wonderful and I wish you all the luck in the world.

Accept that you have valid reasons to be anxious and scared. You have a lot of uncertainty facing you. Focus in on all the things you have to do to make Monterey a home, and start making lists, ranging from all the things you need to do to find a place to live, what you require from a neighborhood, types of restaurants, shops, etc., that you like. And then start doing some research online.

Having yourself mentally organized will give you control over the uncertainty. You are about to start something new and unknown. While that is exciting, it is unfamiliar.

I cried 1000’s of tears in 2009. I just don’t have any left right now. Maybe you will run out also.

I felt like that during the days leading up to my admissions decision to my top choice college. I couldn’t concentrate, I cried a lot, and I felt physically sick. It was the most nervous I’ve ever been.

Deep breaths are good for when you feel overwhelmed. Focus on the positive things about living in Monterey, all the new opportunities you’ll have. @PandoraBoxx organization is definitely helpful. Thinking logically distracts you from the nerves and will prepare you for when you actually get there.

Good luck :) I’m sure you’ll be fine.

I live close to Monterrey and know salt lake. You will love it!! the beach is beautifull you are close to San Francisco and if you need the mountains and some snow Tahoe isn’t far far away… You’re crying cause you are excited and scared all at once. Organize yourself. Make a plan and stick to it. Write it down… Today Ill do x and y and z. Break it down into doable tasks. Start with a place to live. Look on Craigslist or some similar service. Call a friend. Call your employer. Go to a university housing office and look at the roomate needed boards. Ask people to explain the neighborhoods to you and you’ll find a spot that fits YOU. You will feel better if you stop thinking and start doing!

Do what everybody else here already said (all very good answers!) and don’t forget to get some exercise too. It has a way of clearing you mind and relieving stress. Get out and do some brisk walking on the beach!

Let yourself cry, you need all the release of stress you can right now and crying is so much better than puffing up with adrenaline and anger or having a panic attack. Drink a lot of water and do what you can to sleep. Monterey is a pretty cozy place with carmel as a 5 minute away sister area and other reasonable farming towns within a half hour so you should be able to set up without much fuss and the mild weather is going to be in your favor, enjoy it because you’re going to one of the most beautiful places in the states :)

Good advice above. I just want to wish you the best in your new endeavor, @Les.

Leslie, you are one of the bravest people I know. I mean, you lived on Antarctica for heaven’s sake… twice! Talk about a big adventure. ;)
If this amount of nervousness isn’t normal for you, and if none of the great advice above helps you through it, consider getting some Xanax. A short-term fix for a short-term problem. Most of all, remember that you are a brave, fabulous person. Everything will be just fine in the end. Good luck, and keep us posted!

That is a lot to take on all at once. Moving and a new job. So, realize that.

If you don’t want to go the prescription RX route, you could try Calms Forte. It is an herbal that is available in most drugstores. Experiment with the dosage that is right for you. For me, two twice a day works great.

Also, keep posting on here about your progress or PM me if you want to just talk. You are not alone.

Thank you, thank you thank you all. I will try the advice given. I’m sure it will pass soon… I have one more leg of my journey tomorrow. Right now, I’m in Vegas…never been here before. What an odd place.
@kevbo: Thank you for the wishes.
@augustlan : Thank you, again. I think it helps to hear that this is normal, and hopefully it will pass. Oddly enough, I wasn’t nearly this freaked out about Antarctica, but I guess that was because it wasn’t permanent? I’m not sure.
@Marina : Thanks, and I will keep you all posted for sure. One of my most favorite places in the world is San Francisco…so I think I’ll really like Monterey.

@Evian : That is all excellent advice. Thanks!