Frustrated

[charles262]

Why is it that I keep waking up chasing anxiety? Even if I am having a good day my mind is on edge just knowing that it's going to happen. Why dose it seem like I will never get this in control? I am and have made a lot of lifestyle changes but anxiety and depression and too much sleep are the few things that seems to be constant and it's really bringing down my quality of life. I feel like I'm just existing. I'm alive and breathing but with a cost.

[Espinoza38]

I feel you on that. I've changed my whole life style for the better only to be having anxieties , panic and depression every day. I question my change but I know this is all temporarily I know it is. I have faith it'll all end and we will look back on this. You got this you just have to find what makes you happy and keep reminding yourself you got this. Because you do. God has this. You got this.

[CazO46]

Hi, yes very frustrating when you think you are doing the 'right' things but still the anxiety is there. I think you have to be patient and persistent with your mind. It's telling you stories that fill you with fear even though they are not actually real right now. Meditation can be a great way to help tame the thoughts but it does take practice I find I can't sit for more than a few minutes but it does help. Hang in there and take care of yourself X

[Robinrenae]

Hi Charles,

My anxiety is almost always worse in the morning. I think part of it is because of the rush of cortisol our bodies produce when waking up. There is also the negative thoughts or worry too. Try to ignore those thoughts and replace them in your head with a positive one. Easier said than done I know, I've been working on it myself. It's starting to help me some. Deep breathing as soon as I wake up helps me too. Another thing I've done is make a morning routine including being outside. The routine gives you something to focus on.

I know exactly how you feel and it's a horrible feeling but it will get better Charles. Fight against it! I hope you start having better days soon and if you'd like to talk, I'm here for you. Sending love and light your way.