I've got one huge fear

[SierraM]

I'm new here,

I've suffered from anxiety all my life. I just got my first job, I'm seventeen but my anxiety has become worse than it's ever been. I have one fear that is always overpowering all the rest and that's dying. I don't know how to overcome this.

[irishmermaid]

Hi,

So I am your same age, and face the same issue. Dying is terrifying. I am guessing you are not religious. Nothing seems worth it if you are just going to die, right? WRONG!!! I have spent the last 4 years trying to convince myself not to be afraid, and to try. I found that Zoloft has really helped with the fear of death. I no longer just find myself obsessively thinking about it. And yes, you are going to die. But anxiety brings up your blood pressure and you are more likely to die young. Worrying brings about death faster. Not that you can stop it. I would try Zoloft. And try and be more busy. Do things to taste life! I was a exchange student. That helped me stop thinking about death and more about life.

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[Kingdom_corey30 in reply to irishmermaid]

I am suffering from the anxiety right now, I find myself obsessing over it and constantly thinking about it. It's so frightening. But I literally just started taking Zoloft, makes me look forward to it after reading your reply. Thank you