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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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Rough few weeks

Ladygearhead66
Ladygearhead66

Hi everyone, been a while since I posted. Been having a rough few weeks. My husband has been out of work for a couple of months due to a shoulder injury and is dreading going back to a bad work environment. So I've been stressing over that, plus money issues. He's also been having panic attacks from time to time. I had something the other night, not sure if it was anxiety or panic myself. I have to get myself back in order for my family because I'm mainly in charge of everything. Most of my support people have their own issues that I don't want to add to so sometimes I struggle with being able to talk it out as journaling only helps so much. Just needed to vent a little

Vince3789
Vince3789
Keep venting. Get those feelings out, you will be happy you did.

Even though you might struggle with taking about your problems, try to do it anyway. It can be life changing, even if it’s just on this site.

I wish you all the best and happiness!
arfie
arfie
In my understanding of ^it^, panic is a natural by-product of anxiety. Anxiety escalated to action mode? At least, I think that's what one or three of my shrinks have explained to me. . . Translations can be tricky biz.

My own anxiety management benefits mightily from a broader support base. It takes a village to live a healthy life. Broader support equals broader perspective.

Listening. . .
hyperpgal
hyperpgal
You can always vent here--sometimes talking to our usual support people feels difficult--I have been trying to spare my friends-because I think I freaked them out when I was really bad a few months ago. therapists and support groups are a good place to let it fly!
Community LeaderMid
Mid
Vent here, also journal privately.

Panic, for me, like Arfie, is anxiety in full surround lights, motion, and action.

For your husband to find a calm with his upcoming return to the workplace, look at the positives - post them on the refrigerator. Same for you.

Take time to help you relax and unwind. Venting is healthy in a safe place.
Ladygearhead66
Ladygearhead66
Thank you everyone! For the advice and just for listening in general. It really does help. And yes, it's like the anxiety went into overdrive and then I got the physical issues to go with it. But I'm going to start journaling, and I also have a few activities that I can do that help keep me distracted. Love to you all ❤️
kenznoel
kenznoel
You’re not alone! One day at a time.
sunandbutterflies
sunandbutterflies
Hello, So sorry to hear of the struggles that you and your hus band are having. Know that you are not alone. I am glad that Journaling helps some. Please post here, speak with a licensed counselor, and do what you can to take care of yourself.
careyon1
careyon1
Hi, Ihow are you feeling? Things getting better? We women sometimes have so much responsibility to shoulder. It’s tough being super woman all the time. I pray for your strength, your husband’s healing and a smooth transition back to work for him. Life can be overwhelming at times. Meditate on God’s word, make your request known to Him (Philippians 4:6 ) and rest in His peace..
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