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[19514444]

I am stuck . I feel anxiety and depression rule my life. Can anyone share their story of getting unstuck?

[Elizabeth_vergara503]

Hi my names Elizabeth I'm in the same boat as you . I recently figured out I have anxiety and I feel like its taking over my life . But Relaxation tea with some peaceful music helps me. When the Anxiety kicks in I start over thinking things . so I just tell myself I'm completely healthy I'm stronger than the anxiety. I know personally it almost feels like your going crazy its very overwhelming. Ive heard of Anxiety Relief pills being sold at wal mart or Amazon and ive heard nothing but good reviews on them I'm going to try them out today maybe they will help you look it up its called Anxiety Relief by Natural Care and they dont give you the loopy funny feeling.

[19514444 in reply to Elizabeth_vergara503]

Are you seeing a doc for your anxiety or are you doing this on you own?Thank you Elizabeth

[19514444 in reply to 19514444]

What music did you choose and what tea are you taking?

[Natsteveo]

Hi 19514444

Anxiety and depression does take over your everyday living dosnt it...

Ive had it for over 17 years and im still struggling to get a coping strategy

I find keeping a diary when my anxiety and depression kicks in to write down my feelings and thoughts and it lifts for a while i also get up and do something to tske my mind off it

I also put a elastic band round my wrist (not very tight) and when i get anxious i twang it slightly so it takes my mind off it i must say my strategy arent everyones you be surprised at how many you pick up and actually help

Hope ive helped

Nat

[Agora1]

Hi 19514444, it's a work in progress. There's no magic answer. Getting control back in our life is finding what works for us whether it be short term medication, therapy or learning other modalities.

I didn't like giving control to Anxiety but felt helpless especially when it took 5 years of my life away from me by making me Agoraphobic. That is when I got angry, not at myself but at this entity, this monster in my mind that was feeding me false information.

I knew then that I would and I could get out of this hold anxiety had on me. For me it took hospitalization because of the severity. It took medication as well as therapy. I turned to YouTube and taught myself different methods of calming me down. I learned the strong Mind/Body Connection and how to control my mind so as to reduce the bodily symptoms.

As I mentioned it is an on going project. Just as a marathon runner practices and exercises every day for the big effect, we too, as anxiety suffers must practice Acceptance and Tolerance in dealing with this chronic condition. For me, I use meditation and deep breathing daily. Meditation upon awakening, in the afternoon and before bed. I do my deep breathing in whatever I am doing (shopping, driving, watching tv etc) It is my "go to" in calming my oversensitized nervous system.

I'm glad you're here. I think you will find a lot of comfort in knowing you aren't alone.

My best to you xx

[fauxartist]

It is an on going maintenance for me personally....I have done a lot...meditation, therapy, group, etc....and what it boils down to is to know my limitations. I don't drink, smoke, and I do take the lowest dose of an SSRI because it works for me. Everyone is different and if you read some of the posts and comments....you will find lots of ways others here cope and also have found their own paths in dealing with this disease. Glad your here sharing.

[Deshon]

I've been feeling stuck for about 6 months. I feel like a screw up most of the time and I have no purpose. It seems like no medication or doctor could fix anything. I started taking Vistaril to get sleep since I was only sleeping maybe 4 hours a night. My mind was constantly racing thinking about everything bad that happened and how things could only get worse. I really hit rock bottom. But the good thing is you can only look up from there. I began to reevaluate my life and change my way of thinking, blocking negative thoughts and try to become happy within myself. It's a process and I haven't got completely from that place but I can see progress. Hang in there. The sun is somewhere shining even when it rains.