Breaking inside

[pattimelt]

I'm so alone and scared. My thoughts are racing and I feel as though I am breaking inside. So afraid to let anyone that knows me know how I feel because I am afraid they will think I'm crazy and I already feel crazy on my own.

[berto112]

hey well dont feel so crazy, some of us are just different and trust me your not alone in those racing thoughts. Im here to talk tbh itll will help me as well

[pattimelt in reply to berto112]

Thank you for the support--it lifted my spirit at a very dark time. I feel like such a burden to my family and friends when I get so overwhelmed. I withdraw, but I still need them to be there for me and I know that they get confused about what to say when I'm feeling like that.

[Birdsong0305]

When did this start? Do you have any formal diagnosis? For me that was where some positive things started because I could educate myself better (I am a huge proponent of good books on topic taking a little time each day to work with them is like therapy or going to an expert for me) I know it seems like whatever your going through is what it might feel like to "go crazy" but what you are going through is likely alot of fear and stress. Do your best to just find a little peace to start with, a cup of tea, 10 minutes of deep breathing, this peace can build over time and grow to help you take this on. Its not an automatic solution but consider it like putting the breaks on when you can. Please message me about anything. Kindness to you and all hang in there, we understand

[Protojew]

You're in a big club of feeling crazy. It really helps to talk to someone you trust. Try and find a counselor who can work with you; you're not alone. It's going to be ok. Help is out there, and there's no reason to feel ashamed.

Be well.

[Lsavadge]

I have been there. I was 18 when I was diagnosed with anxiety, panic disorder and depression. Most of my friends and family members did not know what was going on or how bad it true my was. I finally went on medication that I was on for 20 years and was fine. Only had a few breakthrough panic attacks. About 20 days ago I decided to finish my taper and be done with the medicine. This is by far the worst I have felt in many years. It feels very isolating because few people really know what u r going through. Letting people u care about know what is going on can help take some of the shame and pressure away. U will find out who really cares about u and u could be surprise. Anxiety is an isolator and by not telling those closest to u about it then u r letting it control u. Even if u just start by casually mentioning something u read about anxiety to start a conversation. Remember, many people have had anxiety attacks or battle the disorder. Even celebrities are coming out and talking about it. Unfortunately for me, I developed it before it was popular. Hang in there and don't be afraid of what others think. Do what is best for u