Some who understands

[kglassman]

I’ve been dealing with a lot lately and no one around me understands anxiety and what it can do to you. Looking for someone to talk to who understands anxiety and can maybe help me cope. I feel helpless

[yongkang24]

We are all here to support you and each other. I just told a friend last night about my social anxiety and depression issue and that actually felt amazingly relieved. So it’s good that you came here to share your feelings with us. You can always welcome to shoot me a message, because I also feel disconnected to the outside world.

[Hidden]

Hello glassman!

I’m finding a common thread regarding being understood by others! I just view it differently. Being understood by others is not in any way related to your ability to heal from your mental illness. All you need is a Psychiatrist/therapist, medications if needed, the wherewithal to make all of your appointments, and a sincere willingness to get better. I have to work on myself and focus on the positives around me, blocking out negativity. That takes work! Nothing I have mentioned requires the help of loved ones and/or family! These people are not really capable of truly helping me. When I depend on others too much, I end up disappointed. I try to depend on myself, visit places like this forum to see support in action, and know that I’m not alone! I also depend on my spirituality to see me through. 🌺

[Hidden]

Hiya, kglassman! This is probably the exact reason I came to this website - to talk to people who get it. I don't have anyone close to me who would understand. It really sucks when you don't have anyone to talk to. For the longest time I actually thought I was sick or dying, but I was really just nauseous from my anxiety, which I didn't know I had because my family told me "worries" were normal. If you ever feel like chatting, that would be great! I promise I'll hear you out.

[Dreaming2569]

Hi I understand completely no one understand what anxiety is like and someday u can deal with it and cope and others it harder to cope with it but I try to just taking Deep breaths,I try to keep myself busy doing things, watching a show , I try telling myself I’m okay talking to myself in positive way as possible ,and yoga seems to help.. I hope this can help you!

[jkl5500]

I recommend the book "Hope and Help for Your Nerves" by Dr. Claire Weekes. You can get it on Amazon. There are also videos of her on YouTube that you can watch for free.