Finally dealing with anxiety and questions for anyone who will listen.

[Williamjaramillo88]

Always had alittle anxiety throughout life but really didnt let it get to me. Was able to manage it without seeking help. But as of the past 2 years its gotten worse. Ive notice I'm worrying about every little thing and my life is starting to suffer because of it cant sleep, severe fatigue, not able to focus on anything mind muddle etc etc.. im done feeling this way. I want my life back. My main question I have is im currently uninsured seeking to get insured asap what can i do in the meantime about seeking help? Any helpful info would be appreciated thanks.

[justausername]

it might help to text START to 741-741 it's a crisi text line so you don't have to talk of you want to be discreet it's free and anonymous they are very nice and sometimes it takes a while to reply but doubtfully over a minute, and they answer then due to severity. You don't have to be in a crisis, and I found this page through them when asking for a referral to a site or book.

[justausername in reply to justausername]

That was terriblly types please excuse mistakes lol I would go somewhere but it should help in the meantime. There are other number you can call and talk to, but with this you only have to text

[Hidden]

If you live in the US and are unemployed or have limited income, you may want to check your city or county health assistance programs. Calling the main number for either may be sufficient to transfer you to the correct department. Best wishes to you in your search.

[Williamjaramillo88 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for the info

[Hidden in reply to Williamjaramillo88]

You are very much welcomed.

[arnoldandcaroline13 in reply to Hidden]

Does anyone know if anyone where their is meeting for PTSD MEETING FOR NON COMBAT VETERAN IN THE CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE AREA.

[apaulm]

I feel you I made a post recently and it sounds like you are going through the same thing I am. There are days where I got plenty of sleep but at the same time I have no energy. Or one minute I can think clearly and other times I feel confused and struggle remembering things. I agree that you should see if can get someone kind of health assistance. Having a doctor check you out and confirming there isn't anything wrong may not seem like a lot but it can be a nice reminder when you're anxiety acts up knowing that it's all it is.

[Williamjaramillo88 in reply to apaulm]

Yeah havent been my self as of late and i need to be 100 percent im a father to 3 kids who need me at my best.

[apaulm]

Got you beat father of 4 here truth be told I had to quit a decent paying job because the anxiety would get so bad I would feel out of place like my body would move but my mind was watching it and I would get so dizzy and lightheaded I would have to grab ahold of something just make sure I wasn't going to fall over and passout it it's discouraging that I gave up such an income for anxiety and it makes me nervous to think about working anywhere else only for the symptoms to come back

[Williamjaramillo88 in reply to apaulm]

Understand exactly what you mean as of these last 6 months i barely have had any energy wake up everday without fail migraines and bad tension up my back and all my mind does is wonder off to bunch of what if garbage constantly with no real break from hence why i wake up the way i do. This anxiety is really getting to me

[apaulm]

All the sites and help facts will tell you the what if garbage is what fuels the anxiety but it's hard to shut something like that off I hadn't seen a doctor in almost 10 years and then my panic attacks started I worry about my health constantly it's funny you mention migraines and tension cause this past week or two that's what my anxiety has been doing it's like when I feel I worked my way through one part of the anxiety or I'm not as anxious about a certain feeling as much it creates a different one for me to freak out about

[Meeasy]

Here are some of my tools

-Stay connected and avoid isolation. This site is good way to let it out.

-Online resources like Meetup.com (not a dating site btw) helps me find like minded people with similar interest. It's free. There are groups who share similar problems such as anxiety n depression. Other groups for just hobbies Use the search bar.

- listen to podcasts There is a lot of free advise on in numerous topics Use the search bar

-Another tool is to do something for others. Volunteer or support someone with incouragememt like in these forums. "Don't think less of yourself, think of yourself less".

-find a way to be grateful. Making a list of the positives can do wonders

-I also attend 12 step recovery meetings. There is recovery for all sorts of things including groups like Emotion anonymous and adult children anonymous. Google it to find in person meetings or telephone meetings. Find ways to let it out or it will come out sideways.

Hope this helps. Good luck.

[Williamjaramillo88 in reply to Meeasy]

Thanks will look into that online resource. Going to have to make some changes so i could have some time for actual in person meetings because both me and my wife work like 45-50 hrs a week and 3 kids barely have time to do anything.

[Meeasy in reply to Williamjaramillo88]

👍 One more tip. Try to avoid caffeine and sugar. That's fuel for anxiety. Good luck

[Williamjaramillo88 in reply to Meeasy]

Yeah trying to ween off the caffeine is going to be hard because its been a ritual of mine since my highschool years but sugar not so much not a sweets person.

[Marimac in reply to Meeasy]

Don't forget to exercise, and somethinv is better than nothing. I know iymt's hard to find time with the work jous and kids, I said the same thing. But I had to realize that if i didn't take time to take care of me, anything else I did was, or would end up being pointless.

[Kobojunkie]

get Medicaid. it typically takes 2 weeks to process. Just apply online and they will get back to you😁

[arnoldandcaroline13]

I have Bipolar disorder and PTSD does anyone know is Fisher Wallace Stimulater good for you?

[valanx]

Try a little bit of guided mediation whenever you're feeling bad or even looking up info on anxiety on the internet helps too! Just know you're not alone in this and there's always something or someone that can help you get through.