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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ziggy123 06/15/2018

So I have very bad anxiety and I don't know how to control it. When my anxiety starts to act up I can't think. I can't think about what is happening and how to calm myself down. I do have stuff to help me calm down but I am to worked up to use them. Even is I use them It doesn't alway work. If it doesn't work then it makes me more anxious. Can anybody help me with my anxiety. Even if its just talking about it.

lauren74 06/15/2018

I find it is very helpful to try to go do something that is enjoyable outside of the place you are feeling anxiety. If it’s possible to go to a different space and play music or get outside and take a walk it can help your brain calm down a bit so you can regain control and then you may be more capable of using the other tools you have.

SimpsonsOK 06/15/2018

When I can't slow my mind down enough to use tools, I look for something somewhat mindless and physical to burn some of the energy that is going to the mental/emotional area. Counting something, whether trees or house numbers as I pass them is one way. Sometimes a household task works. Hugs.

Monkeefighter 06/15/2018

Personally shadow boxin helps me alot helps blood flow takes my mind of things i would almost say any physical activity running,work out etc best of luck

alixx8 06/15/2018

Girl I get you so much. I know the struggle and it's horrible, especially if people around you aren't understanding what you need. I feel best just reaching out, relating to people, and trying to laugh about it sometimes cause it's like what else we gon do. For me, trying to control it ends up making it worse---though i get it. It's scary to feel that way and no one wants to feel like it

Lostinspace47 06/15/2018

I understand u as well..I have been having really bad anxiety for a long time and on top of that I'm going to b homeless in 2 weeks. I've tried many different types of meds and they either take a long time to work or they turn u into a zombie.. The best thing for me has been drinking wine it releases a lot of dopamine and seratonin very quickly and it takes the fear away so u can function and do things u need to do..I do not drink to get drunk.. But it works very well to take the fear away..

eli_mom 06/17/2018

Hi- I'm sorry that you are going through this.
Try to have regular exercise, according to articles, exercise can help improve mood and reduce anxiety. Do some physical activities that you enjoy like dancing or sports. Stay connected to others. Joining a support group that you can meet in person can be a big help.

I pray that you will overcome anxiety. Please update us, we are here and we care for you. God bless.

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