God help me

[kelli333]

I beg God everyday to be normal. I would give almost anything to be normal. I'm sure many of you feel the same way.

[Vikes11]

There are some amazing free podcasts -

Anxiety Slayer

The anxiety coaches podcast

And a book I read in December that also helped me understand my anxiety and OCD which I discovered was a major part of my issue : the book is called , Hope and Help for your Nerves- by Claire Weekes- if you enjoy audiobooks I think it's amazing and read by the psychologist / author herself - she is recognized as being a pioneer into treating anxiety and this book and her insight has helped me a TON!

Please know that you are not alone and that as you keep searching you will only get stronger - as I am sure you already ARE!!

[kelli333 in reply to Vikes11]

Thank you for the recommendations. I'll look up that book and podcasts. I hope both you and I get stronger. =)

[poodlelover81 in reply to Vikes11]

Hi Vikes11 I had chronic ocd for roughly 6-8 years

[kelli333]

I've been dealing with schizophrenia and agoraphobia for 12 years and it sucks. I'm sorry you've been dealing with OCD so long. I hear OCD like agoraphobia are hard to treat. Is that true?

[mysmugcat]

Yes. I like being quirky. But not ill. I have depression anxiety and ME/Cfs.

[kelli333]

What's ME/Cfs? I'm glad you're not ill.

[Hidden in reply to kelli333]

myalgic encephalomyelitis/ Chronic fatigue syndrome

[kelli333]

I feel like I have chronic fatigue. I can barely shower every day and sit up on my bed instead of lying down. My doctor just says I'm depressed and need to exercise to get up my energy level. But how am I supposed to exercise when I can barely get out of bed?

[Jadedoe]

Me! I was on xanax for anxiety fir 10 years now im off the meds and have 10xs more anxiety then ever. I just want to get a job!

[kelli333]

I am not a fan of xanax even though sometimes I have no choice but to take it. I always make sure I don't drive. I don't know where you are from but jobs are scarce but keep at it and don't give up. You'll find one eventually. God Bless.

[copasedic]

I used to, but looking back, God has reminded me, His strength is made perfect in my weakness. When I am weak, I rely completely on God and God does not fail me. It will all be clear in the end.

[IrishPatrick]

God requires no begging, yet loves beggars. Hmmm.... Haha I have a couple prayers I use daily and reach out when I need to. I also give thanks, as my day rolls. I like it like that. I also find a lot of peace in power walking. I was agoraphobic, and this was how I escaped that hell. Small walks became emboldened marches. Haha A roller coaster ride for sure, but I just never quit........ I'm Irish? Lol

[Starrlight]

Just said a prayer yesterday to be able to leave this suffering behind me as I was feeling weird, not normal, and today to be guided and get through the day with some beautiful moments and not to get weighed down by panic attacks which lead me to feel defeated. I will say a prayer for you for all you need. We have to stay strong and not give anxiety power so we need to let go I believe. But I know, it gets complicated trying to figure out exactly what works to conquer it.

[IrishPatrick in reply to Starrlight]

"beautiful moments that lead me to not feeling defeated"........ Good stuff. Sooo reminded me of the importance of NOT taking myself too serious. No, not me!! Lol Thanks!!

[Starrlight in reply to IrishPatrick]

I like that- not taking self too seriously! Thank YOU

[DVISION]

1 Peter 5:7

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Proverbs 12:25

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.