MAC 10.8.3 Every morning when I wake the computer up programs don't work, HELP

Question

At night I put my computer to sleep and when I come in the morning the computer wakes up and everything looks ok until I start trying to use my programs.  Things don't open and function correctly. Then I shut everything down and try to Shut Down the computer and it goes to the grey screen and just sits there.  I have waited up to 10 min's and nothing happens so I have to manually power down the computer. Then I turn it on and everything works. 
Why is this happening, anyone else have this problem?

Answer 1

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This procedure is a diagnostic test. It’s unlikely to solve your problem. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
The purpose of the test is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party software that loads automatically at startup or login, or by a peripheral device. 
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards. Boot in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. Note: If FileVault is enabled, or if a firmware password is set, or if the boot volume is a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to boot and run than normal, and some things won’t work at all, including Wi-Fi on certain iMacs. The next normal boot may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually log in automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin. Test while in safe mode. Same problem? After testing, reboot as usual (i.e., not in safe mode) and verify that you still have the problem. Post the results of the test.