Anxiety Support Group

Anxiety is a physical condition marked by intense and persistent feelings of distress, fear, angst or dread. General anxiety caused by routine day-to-day stresses usually passes quickly and is experienced by almost everyone at one time or another. However, such feelings that linger over time and are very difficult to cope with, and which lack a clear cause, may indicate...

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megsaid
megsaid

Depression and anxiety:



I'm a victim of both of these terrible illnesses. Ever since a teenager, I have had episodes. But this time it's not going away. I had my baby almost 2 years ago, and I haven't been ok since then. I struggle everyday just to get out of bed. I have been on so many different meds I feel like a foggy guneai pig. It's not fair to carry all this pressure all the time. I put on a show all the time and I am done now. I am just going to pray that soon I return to the old me again. I want to laugh. I want to have fun again. I miss it so much. It's like I'm trapped inside my own mind and I can't escape it. The fear and self doubt is debilitating. When someone you know is suffering, just be there. Don't try and fix us. If it was that easy we would be happy. I literally wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy. I have hibernated and stopped socializing. I'm a slave to work and baby. My anxiety makes me tired but my depression gives me insomnia. It's a living hell. I will never stop fighting for my daughter. I will see the sun again one day. I pray every night and I know I will survive this. 


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briggy1
briggy1
Wow, what a post. You need an outlet besides worry and your baby. Have some chamomile tea, get outside and take each day as they come. Good luck!
megsaid
megsaid
Thanks for the kind words. I am trying my best.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
I am going to give you something to use to fight it, beat it, and win it to your well-being. As a person with both depression and anxiety, I had to learn how to cope with the symptoms, sensations, emotions, feelings, and techniques that I could combine to make both better for me.

It begins with writing it out, keeping a journal, and making a simple plan of action that you do every single day. Keep one positive word as your "go-to" reminder, stand in front of the mirror and watch your body smile and relax.

Simple tasks will help you settle your anxiety within a comfortable range, and often lower depression levels to a better level.

Best wishes.
megsaid
megsaid
Thanks so much for taking the time to reach out.
Johnpcarey730
Johnpcarey730
I fee the same as you meg and wish we could speak live about the way we feel. I have so much anxiety and depression that started from my job loss several months ago I and lost and need some help
briggy1
briggy1
I hope you are having a better day today. I always thought about the what ifs , it's a feeling that is so hard to shake.
germanlong
germanlong
It is so hard but what I have been trying to do is think positive thoughts,all the good things I have in my life.I try real hard not to think of negativity even though that is hard to do. The advise mentioned is excellent--I try to wake up each day with a positive thought,something as easy as the sun is shining and that's a beautiful thing.I feel for you--best of luck(:
HeartInTwo
HeartInTwo
Wow! You are both brave and honest. Your baby is of course your reason for fighting everyday and you are an amazing Mom just for saying this during this time. You see the light at the end of the tunnel in your childs face everyday. As another Mom with these exact issues....can I ask if you've tried exercise...cardio until you are beyond exhausted. It will ease anxiety, help depression, and help with sleep. And also some relaxation. I know this all probably sounds so small and useless but trust me...its just the opposite. I can tell you first hand that you will get that smile back and feel happy again. If you're taking time to eat really healthy as well (or make time) this too will help. Wishing you well thoughts
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