Coping with loss

How do those of you who suffer from severe anxiety and depression cope with a deep and painful loss? How do you survive without it breaking you?

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I’m not sure.

I’m repeatedly broken all the time... but somehow I’m still surviving.

I’m sorry for your pain & suffering & thank you for being here ✨

[SA192461]

I’m so sorry, I often wonder the same thing.

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The best fixes I have found so far: Exercising, because it creates chemical reactions in your body that make you feel good particularly swimming, running, and/or cycling. Another socializing talking to people or getting into support groups. Talking it out with others in similar situations or mental health conditions. Finally Meditation which branches out into lots of different ways i.e. Yoga. I am exploring this method now. Start with basic mediation particularly breathing exercising. I was surprised how much I took breathing for granted. I only recently discovered how my mood interferes with my breathing rhythm. Breathing, clearing my mind, and creating a positive picture in your head to stop the negative thoughts/inner voice. They are not quick fixes and do take time and practice. Just keep doing them and learn more about each to develop your skills. I was very cynical about meditation but it's been in use by so many cultures across the globe. I hope at least one of these will help alleviate your pain and suffering. I suffered the death of my dad, loss of my job and home because of my ex, and finally loss of my 28 year relationship upon discovering my ex was leading a double life. I'm still working on ways to keep life sane. I hope you find a way too. You have support here too.

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

This is so helpful thank you so much

[SA192461 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you so much for the tips and sharing your story. I’m so very sorry 😢TwrSwmrSAC

[Dananxiety]

Losses are hard, especially when we are barely getting by. I lost my son 4 years ago to kidney disease. I miss him every day. I blame myself even though it makes no sense. I just remember a quote from a movie, don't remember the title. It went, "You have two choices. You can lay down right here and die, or you can keep moving on". I just choose to keep going every day.

[Redeemed58]

HI - I am so sorry you are going through such pain. Have you considered counseling for yourself during this time? Loss is such a difficult, lifetime journey. When you lose someone close to you it creates a "new normal" for you. The loss will always be there. I pray you are able to embrace the memories you have and choose to live on FOR this person you lost. You don't mention if you are a person of faith. Is there a church or pastor you can reach out to for guidance and counsel? If you are feeling you have no where to turn, you can also call 855-382-5433. This is a toll-free number where you can get a FREE consultation from a licensed counselor who will give you encouragement and hope, and direct you to a local counselor or other appropriate sources of help in your area. May God reach down into your life and give you some hope. You are loved by Him, and you are valuable. If you are willing to turn to Him, He can and will give you hope, even in your pain. Trust in that. I will be praying for you.