Feeling lost

I joined this morning looking for support to deal with anxiety/depression. I have no intention of hurting myself, but the decision to end the turmoil is sometimes the only way to ease the pain.

Sometimes I am overwhelmed and need somone to talk to.

[Anxietyst]

Hello Dominic,

I am very sorry to hear that, I know the pain is annoying most of the time but it can pass and you can find yourself in places that you thought won;t be possible to be anymore.What seems to overwhelm you if I may ask?

usually it's moments like these, that we take some of our worst decisions so try not to jump to the first conclusion just to get something done.

Now what you can do is give yourself a couple of minutes...let's say 5, set timer and just listen to your breath that whole time.There should be nothing that should distract you from that for that period.

After that, try to be aware of what you can and cannot change, and only after these steps try to prioritize the importance of things that overwhelm you.

If you have more questions please feel free to ask.

[Hidden in reply to Anxietyst]

Life in general seems to overwhelm me.

I have been a life-long marijuana user but finally quit 2 months ago. And now realize that I was ignoring my issues and hiding behind a smokescreen.

My Dad is an immensely strong person who faces problems head on. I compare myself to him and find myself lacking in every respect.

I now understand I have hidden depression. I seem to have my life together in appearance, but can barely function at home.

This public face seems to take enormous energy to maintain and leaves no strength to actually live.

I suffer panic attacks and the inability to sleep through the night. I have heard others say, so I understand, that giving up has a calming affect.

I have a family that loves me and a son that I will never leave with that pain.

I just wish I could find a better coping mechanism.

And thank you for your kind words.

[Anxietyst in reply to Hidden]

Have you tried some professional help?That usually helps.

As for comparing yourself to others, that's a big mistake.If you want to compare and improve I suggest comparing yourself with who you where yesterday.You need to improve your self confidence or principles a little.

Try and win or fail multiple times to really learn what problems you want to face head on, and after a while you will realize that there are some things so valuable to you, that you will be ready to face the entire world to protect them.

Make a schedule and prioritize.

Also, sleep with the hands over the cover(that's my quirk of power )

.Just keep in mind, that sometimes people get different results from trying the same thing which makes one person confident while making the other feel weak.

[Hidden]

Hello Dominic and welcome x I’m so glad you found us !

We are all mostly in the same boat so I hope talking to us will help you feel and little better .

I’m just wondering whether you are receiving any professional help to deal with your anxiety and depression? If not then maybe that could be your first step when you’re ready xx

Keep in touch with us please x

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

I have an appt today at noon. I am one of those who thinks I have it under control and stop the meds and counseling.

Marijuana was my crutch so maybe now I can make the changes I need to learn how to cope with my life...my issues.

I am grateful to have found this site.

Thank each and every one of you who cares about strangers struggling.

It gives me hope.

This morning I was hopeless.

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

I'm happy to welcome you to this amazing support site Dominic.

One step at a time. x

[AZ1970]

You found the right place. We understand. Welcome.