How are you doing? What will make you feel good? Learning how to help yourself begins by knowing what helps. Whenever I feel myself slipping I always feel like "oh I won't make it out even though I...
What has you upset? What are you feeling? We can listen and offer support but the best thing I learned to do was cope so I could help myself. I got so tired of leaning on others to fix things for...
Just wanna give you a thumbs up for trying to get to the "root cause." Sounds like you're on the right path to getting to the real issues. And when you do, it's possible to heal. And that's HUGE:)...
Tammy, sounds like that kind of loss will definitely stir up some anxiety. Just please know you are not alone. You've gotta get down to this issue and process it all...adn that can take time. Can you...
I'd try not to worry until you get the results--I know, easier said than done. Anxiety often manifests in weight loss. I love to eat but whenever I'm really anxious I have to force-feed myself...
Take the meds! Do whatever YOU need to get through what you have to do. Then you can think about the results ... try to compartmentalize what you need to do and what you don't...get through the...
Ugh, I so know that feeling! Waitin for the other shoe to drop, right? Sometimes I relapse but when I do, I alwyas come back stronger. The relapses aren't as bad. you're still very heightened so of...
S.C, how are you doing? HOw's your dad and family? This sounds like a huge stressor. Hope all are working together to alleviate the stress and focus on dad's recovery:)...
Sounds like you need some distance. You may win his trust back, but maybe not right now. It also sounds like some lines are blurred with friendship turning to sex right away--NOT trying to be...
How are you doing SC? Thinking of you:)...
I think you can take back your power by taking care of yourself...drinking a lot, moving a little...those will go a long way to ease your fears if you let them......
I still wake panicky, a lot of us do in the a.m. and also have a hard time getting to sleep. Sometimes I wake panicky in the middle of the night...I think it's very normal and it's like the anxiety...
Yes, totally have had this!!! Can you try eating small bits and maybe alone so you don't have others watching you? I have a fear of mozzarella sticks because of this....but I still eat them. Just...
S.C. what a horrible experience! I'm sorry about that, but it sounds very normal if you're used to the health anxiety. How did you know it was a lymph node? Maybe it's not! Maybe it's just a boil?...
12 weeks pg here. Doing well, more accepting and dare I say excited about pregnancy. Had my NT scan last week and looks like it'll be negative for abnormalities, which is all I can ask for. Once I...
You're doing it!!! Enjoy!!!!!! So proud of you:)...
That could be it---with less angst in your mind it may feel a bit tired. I am glad you're feeling well. When a med works well for you, it can really help you be able to take baby steps you need to...
I know when I upped my prozac, I was exhausted. Give it time. If that's the only side effect, maybe it will pass. How are you feeling on it otherwise?...
I like that you're trying to get out there and drive. Drive int he light. Get in the car, sit and maybe tha'ts it one day. Just keep moving forward. What else is going on that has kicked up the...
Congrats--I love that you know this is a good move for your career. Remember that. Of course this would kick up anxiety, it's a big change! I would try your relaxation techniques and take a temporary...
CBT saved my life and made it so much better. How do you know you can't afford a therapist. Do you have insurance? Online counseling can be fabulous. Some of the CBT techniques are also in books:)...
Hey Kino, I had anxiety in college too and I wish I took advantage of all the resources. Ask the health center--they may be able to help. Do you know what has you stressed--courses/personal stuff?...
Wow, I'm proud of you! Sounds like you are on the right path. Don't let a few bad eggs spoil life for you, even if they are family. And forget that article...you're coming out of isolation. 8 months...
How are you doing now? You mentioned that you had a bad doc. Any way to see someone else new? You're going to hear negatives about every med. You just have to be brave and try them, and ask the doc...
Blus, prayer is the BEST. Don't ever apologize for praying and practicing what you believe:) Breathing works, distraction and yes, the yoga will really take you down a notch. When I was practicing...
I guess if your doc says all is well, it probably is. When you visit next, tell him/her about the symptoms. They are probably just from anxiety, which mimics everything. But ask and seek out help and...
I'm really proud of you for taking care of yourself and getting help. For some people, getting to that place is half the battle. Keep us posted. This may be upsetting to hear about if you have the...
Wonder if you can listen to some relaxing music or put on a salt lamp at night. Something to interrupt the normal pattern. I used to listen to this relaxation music podcast and fall asleep with it...
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Go girl! A Great way to release. I walked yesterday and it helped a lot!...
I like what SC said. Sometimes when you call the voices out, they kind of lose their power. I've been wanting to come up with some regrounding tools myself. Sometimes just putting my hands at prayer...
I take it too and think it's good to have. I don't eat fish, so I need it:)...
I may be the only one who likes Country and Christian. I actually like ALL types of music, but those are the most uplifting. Have you heard this song Bucket by Kenny Chesney? Guys, it's hysterical....
A health scare can absolutely trigger anxiety. See how the meds work and keep getting the answers you need. Knowing it's just anxiety can help you process and deal with that. xo...
I am so sorry to hear this! Don't waste your energy yelling at them, it will get you nowhere. (JUst leave a review online!) Is this because of insurance changes? Call your insurer and ask them how to...
Thanks, guys. My situation is that we didn't want kids, but I know this is what God wants. So I'm sure more of that bonding will happen. I guess that's my worry, that I'll freak out! I'll be floors...
Try to remember that is your past. When you think of those bad thoughts, what positive truth can you remind yourself of? Sounds like you have a lot to be grateful for, for getting out of a bad...
Totally. I mean, who wants to risk getting sick out in public? I'd cancel. Then get yourself out of the house in baby steps. A WAlk, a drive around the block. That helps you build confidence. Let...
From what I know, you can't just "stop" an SSRI, right? Can you tell us more about this? I went off my SSRI once and yes there were some uncomfortable symptoms but it's not bad if you taper down...
I'm just not sure about a long stay. Right now I can get through appts because I know I'm leaving soon. I'm going to try some exposure therapy at the hospital but it's frustrating now because my...
Wondering if you all have tips to share. I am so sensitive to medical environments, esp those that are brand new to me. Usually I do some exposure therapy but that may not be possible in the future...
KC, i highly highly suggest a therapist. they can help SO MUCH! That and meds is said to be the best combo for healing. and in the meantime, if you find you can do those baby steps, keep at it:)...
Yes, I'm with Gilly. You need to make sure you eat enough. I know when I'm anxious sick because I'm scared to eat...not common for an Italian girl, lol But yes, when I first got anxiety they thought...
Do you think it's the field or the job, or if you need a complete switch? Why don't you like working with the provider?...
OMG KC, I am so sorry to hear that. That definitely could have you feeling derailed. These meds can save your life, so don't be afraid to use them. They won't hurt you. We often just have a stigma...
I remember being really tired when I upped my dosage. It didn't all click great at once. It didn't really make the sadness go away, but it did help some of the things my therapist said to sink in. It...
Mornings suck. They totally suck when you're stuck in a bout. You're soooo not alone....
Sounds like you're a pro traveler. I am a very anxious traveler. What tools can you start to cultivate for your trip to empower you??...
KC, I wish I could help. I wouldn't expect the med to fix everything but it can help you kind of feel easier so you can tackle the work that needs to be done perhaps in therapy. I take 40mg a...
I think once we can stand up and say, I don't care if I feel stupid or if a few people don't respond well, I'm going to speak up for what I need, it makes all the difference. Yesterday I wasn't in...