Ugh. I was doing so well.

[aaj23]

Good morning all.

I’m not sure if anyone’s awake that’s can offer me some comfort with my anxiety. I have health anxiety as stated before and earlier (maybe 20 or so minutes) I dropped a can of mushroom soup on my big toe and it hurts and it did cut it just a tiny bit. I don’t think it’s broken because I can move it and it’s normal color. It’s just my anxiety wont slow down now and I haven’t had an attack since September 😩 so now it’s 7:03AM.... I can’t get back to sleep because of the pain AND my anxiety ☹️

[Redfox9]

Watch something, it helps me to distract myself from many things.

[aaj23 in reply to Redfox9]

I tried watching some videos that I like on YouTube but nothings helping right now

[Redfox9 in reply to aaj23]

whenever you have anxiety try to stay with your family and close friends. It helps a lot, or play with little kids, their smile will make you forget everything. Play with dogs or cats, but don't give up. and your toe ok?

[aaj23 in reply to Redfox9]

Well currently I’m home alone because my boyfriend just left for work and my animals are both sleeping. The toe I’m assuming is okay, I can say it does hurt but I don’t think it’s broken. I just can’t stop shaking and I hate it!!! I know I’m fine but my brain just won’t realize that.

[77Horse]

Hello aaj23

How is your morning and has the anxiety got a bit better ? Best wishes

[quitter333]

Drop another can on your other toe, to balance it out

[AZ1970]

You are still doing well! Don't let this set back define your progress. Look at how many days you have had compared to this one episode. Breathe. Your brain is just doing what it has been programed to do after years of giving into the anxiety. This will get better. It IS getting better. Watch what you tell yourself. Self talk can tear us down or build us up.

[Hidden]

Breathing through the pain helps. Hope your toe is feeling better!

[Southpark]

I really understand. I keep ruminating negative thoughts. Anxiety leads to depression. Need support right now. What can I do to stop ruminating.

[Anxiousdude]

Just know that you are ok. Maybe put some ice on it. Try and relax and know that you are not alone.