Anxiety at night

[LucyKe]

It’s so weird how this anxiety is showing out only at night time 😞 to make it even worse I’m stressed to the max. It sucks to always help other people, but you literally never have anybody to help you when needed. I’m hurting so bad on the inside. I’m tired of being fake happy, I’m tired of crying, I haven’t eaten, I haven’t gotten any real sleep, don’t wanna keep running to the hospital cause it’s nothing they can do, but it feels like my safe place.

[Emily16]

Do you usually keep busy during the day? I’m sorry you don’t have the support you offer to others. Has this site been able to give you any kind of help?

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

I’m usually trying to catch up on a little sleep, but also trying to have a regular productive day...yes a little but it’s just not the same as having somebody physically there helping you

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

I totally agree with you. I’m a dependent person. I long to find comfort from loved ones during difficult times. However, as of lately, I have realized that I myself can provide comfort and the peace I need all on my own. I’m strong and smart and kind and understanding and beautiful and so are you!! I really do hope that you can find that support from others but also remember that you yourself have that amazing power within you.

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

Omg It’s just so hard, but I really do appreciate these words from you ☺️

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

I’m here for you if you ever want to chat.😊

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

Thank you....so you have anxiety, depression or both?

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

Both! I have found something that really helps me deal with them though.

[Emily16 in reply to Emily16]

How about you?

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

How do you deal with them & do you suffer from symptoms? I have both also

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

I’ll have mood swings, panic attacks, and I tend to isolate myself as well. I got back into my faith. God has really opened my eyes to what life is really about.

[Emily16 in reply to Emily16]

Do you do anything to help you get through difficult moments?

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

No I don’t lately I’ve been having really bad emotional breakdowns, I’ve had to call the Suicide hotline

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

I’m glad you’ve taken that step though. You’ve reached out before giving in to those scary thoughts. Have you tried therapy?

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

Yes & recently got back into it

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

Awesome!! I enjoy therapy. It’s a safe place for me to open up and have someone listen without any judgement. How are you liking it?

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

When I first started a couple years ago I liked it a lot but i did hold back some, only 3 visits in not sure how I feel this time

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

Do you feel comfortable with your therapist? I know my first one wasn’t a good fit.

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

Ummm yes but I don’t like that she just looks at me in a weird way not saying anything, my first one I loved, but y second one was terrible

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

Have you thought about trying out a different therapist? That ummm concerns me.

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

trust me I definitely will replace her with no problem & honestly it was already on my mind

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

Very good!! May I ask if you are religious at all?

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

Yes I am, lately I been finding it very hard, I miss church so much, God got through this when this first started in 2014, but lately I been feeling like maybe he don’t like me, or I’m paying for something i did in the past. I pray all the time for healing & the more I suffer it feels like so i don’t know

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

I know this may seem difficult but what has really helped me manage my anxiety/depression is to not pray for myself but to pray for others. God knows what I want and what I need. My prayers will do so much more good if I say them for others. You will be in my prayers from now on. God longs for us to strive to spread His word and commit to serving Him for the good of others. My aunt once told me that Joy is an acronym for Jesus, Others, You. That’s the order in which to serve.

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

Thank you I need them badly! I’ll send my prayers up for you & other people for now on

[Emily16 in reply to LucyKe]

Thank you!! That is very kind of you.🙏🏽 And thank you for your company tonight. I feel like I’ve made a new friend.😊

[LucyKe in reply to Emily16]

You’re welcome & Thank you more friend ☺️

[Jailee]

Lucyke I'm exactly the same I feel no one is there for me. My safe place is at home.

[LucyKe in reply to Jailee]

I hate this so much 😞 it’s good you can feel safe at home

[Jailee in reply to LucyKe]

I know but then I don't want to go out. I'm signed off work at the moment and I'm already worried about going back. The only reason I get up and get out is to take my son to school.

[LucyKe in reply to Jailee]

Same here I hate going out always seems like people are looking, I’m forced to get up & go out

[Jailee in reply to LucyKe]

It is such a horrible feeling.

[Justbreathe3 in reply to Jailee]

Jailee, I am also off work and suffer from anxiety and depression. Each day is a struggle and I do everything I can to get my life back. I just recently was able to have my kids stay with me. I’m divorced and used to have them 50% of the time. I find that it helps to go out at least once every day. It does not matter where you go or what you do. Even just going for a drive. I also set goals for myself. Most are very small but you will feel you get something accomplished. I wish you well with your recovery and just know This too shall pass. Stay strong.

[Jailee in reply to Justbreathe3]

Thank you justbreathe3 some good tips for me to try. I do walk and that helps me. What helps you?

[Justbreathe3 in reply to Jailee]

I do meditation and a lot of research on sepression and anxiety. I wish I could get out and walk but it is very cold where I am.