How I feel right now...

[Traversijess]

I just sent this to my friend as I was reaching out to her to help get me through this... whatever this is. And it just perfectly makes sense. And seems like a good way to describe my anxiety being introduced into my life. Writing has been belong me a lot lately. Whether to a friend, on here, or in a journal. It's become my little safe place.

[blackcat64013]

Hi Traversijess,

I have to disagree with Goldie11 here.

A diary is supposed to be a safe place where you can express your ideas and confide your feelings. Writing your way through a problem can be very therapeutic.

I struggle with the idea of diaries in all forms, especially my psychology home work monitoring my sleep, mood and body cues.

[Traversijess in reply to blackcat64013]

Yeah I feel like it's helped me. And that's all I need right now are things that help me out of these messy places.

[Hidden]

I think writing your feelings in a safe place is very therapeutic ! ... I write 'Daniel Steel' novels on here lol ! ...I have a journal too ... have not wrote anything in that yet ... seem to be writing it all on here... sharing it on here with strong people that just 'get it' ! good luck ... keep writing on here, very supportive forum ! x

[Traversijess in reply to Hidden]

Yeah this is where most of my thoughts so far have been going. And I totally agree it's nice to have you guys. You understand and don't make me feel like I'm insane or alone.

[Marquis784]

Yes, writing and putting words to your feelings and thoughts are important. I will advise that you limit the people with whom you choose to share. Make sure that you share with those who understand and don't judge you. Sometimes, friends may be helpful but over time if they don't suffer depression they may get "tired" of listening. Make sure you find a good therapist who is trained to listen and respond to your thoughts and feelings. Keeping a journal is another safe way to release those emotions which might hold you back sometimes. Sometimes I look back in my journal and realize that some days were more challenging than others. I don't write everyday unless under tremendous distress.

Keep writing!

[Traversijess in reply to Marquis784]

Oh I know that. All the people I have let in are close to me and have been very supportive. I also have a therapist. I've got my fourth appointment next Thursday which is huge for me. Thanks!

[2much4inknee1 in reply to Marquis784]

Hi Marquis84, That is very good advise about whom to trust (friends & family members), because you are right, some of them will not understand at all. Also, I too find relief in journaling and do so everyday, almost I only miss maybe a day or so a week because of other things that needs to be done. There is so much to be done to pull oneself up and out of a bad state of mind. Since i'm new here, I don't want to say too much just yet. But I wish everyone a speedy recovery to good health.

[LMCello]

That description is exactly how I feel, too. Thank you for sharing your visualization of your anxiety.

[Traversijess in reply to LMCello]

I'm glad someone else can relate. No problem. Thanks for reading it!

[Windy101]

Keep writing your truth. I hope you're using other resources (therapy, meds) because wriing alone may not be enough for a medical condition like depression and anxiety. But you keep writing your heart out, because it's you and it will help. No one has to read it if they don't want to.