New here but long time sufferer

[CCWilliams]

Hi, I am new here. I am 54 yrs old and have suffered with anxiety and panic attacks since my 20’s. For the most part meds help me keep it under control but I am having a terrible time right now. So glad to have found a place where others understand the dark hole that anxiety puts you in. I am trying so hard to climb out of that hole.

[arym211]

I can relate completely. I’m in one of those holes currently, And these groups are great cause it’s hard to fine people in your life that understand what your going through.

[Cyc4birds in reply to arym211]

I’m in your same boat and similar age. I feel fine, at one point for years but then it hits. Exercise definitely helps me and also trying to keep busy. Mornings are my worst typically so I try to think..Today is going to be a good day” and I try to think of something easy to do to keep the mind away from the anxiety. But if anxiety shows it’s head I try to breathe and just say I can do it. Stay strong we all know how you are feeling and that provides me some comfort.

[shawnaskin]

Theres an online resource called Intherooms. It might have a meeting for people with panic attacks also there is NAMI and DBSA. These are both organizations that have meetings that have to do with mental disorders. Checking them out might be a big help!

[Ace4791]

I just joined too. I have anxiety. I wish there was a quick fix. How to get through these dreaded feelings. Yesterday I shoveled snow. Never did it much in my whole life but it took me out of the panic loop for the rest of the day. I know that this might not work for you or whatever but I am just letting you know you're not alone. I sincerely wish you well.

[Windy101]

Hi CC! I'm close to your age and have dealt with this since my early 20s. You will climb out of the hole. It will feel like it can't be done, but you will do it bit by bit. What has worked for you before? What is something wildly different that you could try just for the heck of it? We both know that the key is to not give up and to be more stubborn and determined than this disorder. Today treat yourself to some fresh air, sunshine if you can find it, and an ice cream cone if you like them. Whatever you do, get some fresh air and take a little walk. It's going to be all right, just as it has before. You have freinds here who care - count me as one of them.

[ReinventMe2019]

I can relate to you, as I have had this condition diagnosed for only five years. Work used to be my way of hiding behind it, but I got laid off six months ago and it has been Hell. I too am trying to just get myself involved it something that makes me feel better.