Overwhelmed

[Purplebiker]

I'm very overwhelmed by my mental health right now. I'm facing anxiety, depression and PTSD. It's going to ruin my life. I'm getting to the point where I get anxious every time I work. I'm afraid of disability. How am I even going to pay my bills while I wait for disability? So, I just keep working while feeling like I'm dieing on the inside. Any suggestions how to get through this?

[Hidden]

Hello Purplebiker!

All I know is what helps me get through the day! I absolutely have to focus on the positive aspects of whatever I’m doing! Focus on what’s good about working, such as, you get an adequate paycheck, it gives you a reason to get out of bed, it hopefully keeps you busy enough to distract you from yourself and your thoughts, and keeps you being a productive member of society. I like working and feel so much better mentally. It seems like my body is beginning to wear down and this is presenting as an obstacle at this time, but it’s a challenge! I also need to work for financial reasons and feel determined. Acceptance of the need to work is also helpful. It is what it is and we continue moving forward dwelling on the positives...wishing you peace ✌🏻

[Purplebiker in reply to Hidden]

Thank you! The need to work is why I keep working but there comes a time when you know how much you can and cannot handle. It's not my first rodeo. I've had to take a few medical leaves because of this issue. When the chemistry in your brain isn't right, the smallest things make that amygdala angry. I just wish I knew what resources are available.