Seeking anxiety relief

[Kathys1964]

Hi. I’m Kathy and I really need someone to talk to about my anxiety. I am struggling so much and it’s affecting my daily life. Nighttime is the worst. I can’t sleep, my heart races and I cry. I need to know where to go from here.

[SA192461]

Hi Kathy, I’m Sue. I’m so sorry you’re struggling. Do you have family close by? Sending many hugs to you 💕🤗🤗

[Kathys1964 in reply to SA192461]

Hi Sue. Yes my family is close. I do reach out to them especially my oldest sister, I do get some relief talking with her but it doesn’t last.

[SA192461 in reply to Kathys1964]

I completely understand Kathy. I’ve recently found out my husband hasn’t loved me for over 2 years and he wants a divorce after 30 yrs..I struggle everyday to not cry.. most days I don’t succeed. The heartache is unbearable..I so feel for you, I know what it’s like only too well to try and get control of your anxiety😢

[jkl5500 in reply to Kathys1964]

Have you seen your doctor about your anxiety?

[SA192461 in reply to jkl5500]

Yes, I have.

[jkl5500]

I wasn't trying to be nosy about it, but you really need to get medical treatment if this is seriously affecting your ability to live.

[cricketannie]

I know how you feel! I have dealt with it for a while now, and night time is the absolute worst. I finally talked to my doctor and started on meds. I’m only about a week into the meds, but I can already notice a difference in my anxiety. The first few days were awful and I was really questioning my decision to get medication. But yesterday and today have been good days. I’m hopeful for continued relief.

Best of luck to you!

[SA192461]

Thank you, justliving. I think its horribly cruel too.

[CazO46]

Hi Kathy, have you spoken with a Dr about your anxiety? I'm wondering if they might suggest short term meds or referral for therapy. Family can be great but it sounds like you need a bit more. Good luck

[Jessica3084]

I'm sorry you're struggling. I'll share what I have tried to hopefully give you some ideas. My anxiety was very difficult to get under control. I have been doing well for some time now. I tried aromatherapy, meditation, sticking to a schedule, finding new hobbies, and talking to just a few close friends (literally 2 people). Recently my husband is severely depressed and I can't handle it. I'm completely falling apart because he is my rock. The second person I talked to, my best friend, has been super shitty to me so we're not speaking. I felt like I had no one to turn to. During this difficult time both my husband and I are going to therapy (separately), I started writing/journaling, reaching out to coworkers trying to make new friends, and talking to my in laws about what we're going through.

[22beepbeepsheep]

Well I'm sorry for that. But there's a lot people that you can talk to about that

[22beepbeepsheep]

I hope u get better

[SA192461]

I’m trying. Thank you so much for your kind words.

[Kathys1964]

Thank you everyone! These supportive comments means more to me then you know.

[MadMaryXXX]

Hi Kathy, I really cant' offer you any answers because I suffer from severe anxiety as well, but there is one thing that may help you if you get into it - DBT or Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. Most mental health agencies teach it now. There are coping skills and actions that can be helpful. If I learn about anything else, I will let you know.