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Had to quit my jobs

VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers

Hello all. I just need to vent & some advice. I was working 2 jobs a few weeks ago & ended up having an anxiety attack while I was working & quit. I ended up quitting both of my jobs. My anxiety & depression has been so bad lately I don't even know what to do anymore. I was smoking weed to keep myself calm but my boyfriend & I have quit (he got a new job & has to stay clean). I've tried to get medicaid twice so I can get to a doctor but here in VA they won't give it to you unless you're pregnant or disabled. I'm applying for disability now but who knows if I'll be approved for that. I'm just at a loss right now. I just want to feel normalish & be calm. I don't want to be like this. I just want to be happy. I'm having a hard time even leaving the house. I don't want to be around people. I even had a hard time getting gas the other day. It all just sucks. =(

arfie
arfie
Hello Virginia. Welcome to DS. It is a most excellent place to do that venting and venting does, indeed, help with sorting through all the psycho weirds of my life.

Personally, I don't like advice giving/taking. To my senses, advice, both new and old, just gives me more psycho weirds to sort through. I'm confused enough already, thank you kindly. What I look for in my own peer support is the sharing of strictly personal experience.

"This worked for me. . ."
"That bombed for me when I tried it. . ."
Etcetera, etceteri. . .

But that is my preference and there is plenty of advice giving here, as well. *Just* take what works for you and leave the rest. . .

Welcome aboard.
VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers
Thank you for the warm welcome. Running/walking seems to help some. I plan on taking a walk later when it warms up.
traumagenic
traumagenic
Have you tried looking into low-cost/sliding scale mental health services? I have insurance now, but when I didn't my anxiety medication itself (Citalopram) was only $6 and it's very effective, statistically.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
Welcome to this group. Anxiety is natural, and so it can be treated naturally and you will find your balance again.
Stay hydrated, practice breathing exercises, and use motion to distract your thought patterns.
VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers
Traumagenic- Thank you. I am looking into the health department & free clinics here until I can do something else.
Mid- Yes, anxiety is natural but it's unnatural to have this much. I have tried to treat it naturally so no, I need medication. I have tried doing it without medication numerous times. So thanks for your input but that doesn't work for me.
Leesha78
Leesha78
Sorry to hear all that you are going through. I am currently in the exact same situation! It really does suck!
VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers
Aww! I'm sorry to hear you're going through the same thing. Hugs.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
And that's the beauty of on line support groups. Some times, something does NOT work, and that's part of learning how to make anxiety work for you.

It takes all sorts of ways to find what works in the moment for releasing anxiety that you are experiencing.

Best wishes finding medication that will help you.
VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers
Thank you, I appreciate it. =) Believe me, I was one of those people that did NOT want to be on medication & tried my hardest not to be. But sometimes it's called for, unfortunately. Thank you for your support. I hope you have a great day. I'm actually feeling great today. =)
hnd123
hnd123
I wish I would have met you a couple months ago. We just moved from Virginia. I do know tho that you can get marijuana up in DC actually delivered to you since it’s legal there recreationally. But to get medical it’s not to hard. Most doctors will get you your card if you have history of anxiety or depression. Hang in there. And if your looking for a job let me know. I know of a few in Fredericksburg and Warrenton hiring and paying well.
Torresvee38
Torresvee38
I’m sorry to hear that. But in a way I’m glad to hear this. Because this is exactly what I’m going through. And I have no one to talk to about this. My fiancé doesn’t understand, as much as he tries and I really don’t have any friends. It’s such a horrible feeling.
Male0113
Male0113
Cutting out the weed helped some anxiety, but I also slowed down my caffeine and alcohol intake....so it could be a combination.

I agree with the individual who mentioned the breathing exercises. My wife and I now meditate together using an app we found (headspace)....there are probably others.

Lastly...force your self out...even for a walk around the block. Your body will feel better and you will feel like you got something done, which will be a positive feeling.

Good luck
VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers
Thank you all for the replies. I am actually looking for a job. & Torresvee38- I'm sorry to hear you're going through the same thing. I'm here if you need to talk/vent. Male0113- It could definitely be a combination. I will try that app, thanks for the recommendation. & I go walking at least 3 times a week but I agree I need to get out more. I'm going to an open interview tomorrow at Dollar Tree. Not the job I want but I need something right now.
VirginiaIsForLovers
VirginiaIsForLovers
Thank you. I have been trying to strengthen my faith. It's hard for me, but I do pray sometimes. I need to start more. I have really been working on myself. That is also a good idea to face it head on. & thank you for the prayers. I hope yours gets better as well. Hugs.
Piper365
Piper365
Please look up teal swan anxiety, she has a great article/ video on the emotional causes and how to help yourself that really helped me
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