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Winter blues?

summerbabe88
summerbabe88

Hi everyone...I finally moved out of my parents house in October. It's now January & I still feel weird! I've dealt with horrendous panic attacks and anxiety which I thought was due to me liciliat home. I still feel not adjusted and down in the dumps. I've been off from work (I'm a teacher) and my sleep schedule is off the wall! I am anxious to return to work....I had a strange anxiety moment today while driving and now I'm on edge...hoping it doesn't happen again while at work or driving to work. I'm always looking for a reason behind these anxious moments ...I just have to accept that it happens. It's just so scary when I'm alone. My goal for this new year is to go walking & embrace whatever happens. 

arfie
arfie
I've come to think of my own anxiety as an independent phenom which follows me wherever I go. In my personal therapy network, I am known as, "A Frequent Flier" who attempts to outrun her psych symptoms, such as anxiety. It hasn't worked yet. The flights have carried me across three continents and my symptoms are always waiting for me at the new destination.

Steadying support while you complete your transition to living alone, Summerbabe. More steadying support while you find what works for you in taming the anxiety beast. I haven't found a *cure* for my anxiety, but emotional support helps in calming the savage beast.
Kingsolomon66
Kingsolomon66
It sounds like the winter blues all right, plus all the other things you mention sounds like everything is still off-kilter till you get back to work. the walking idea is good, keep moving keep posting
RoseyViolet
RoseyViolet
Awe, so sorry you are struggling with anxiety. Change has a way of making life kind of come to a head of stress and anxiety. Give yourself a much needed break when you feel those feelings starting to come on. Even a very simple thing like taking 10 deep breaths and focusing on relaxing muscles starting from your feet up to your head. Getting your mind off of the most immediate anxiety helps a ton. Listening to relaxing music that makes your happy, seems to always work for me.
CaptainM
CaptainM
Moving out can be extremely stressful. I sold my parents house over 5 years ago and in new city. Change is part of growth. Accepting change in your own rate and your own way is key. Some takes longer than others. Talking to friends, relaxing with your favourite music, yes walks are good to. It does take time to adjust, Kudos!
Hopealways
Hopealways
Glad to hear you moved from our previous conversations. I am sorry you are having awful panic attacks. Sometimes there is no rhyme or reason they appear. At least that is my experience. I feel like the winter can make it worse. It does for me. Please know you have support and friends that care. Always here to listen. Many blessing.
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