Feeling accomplished yet anxiety is still going strong

[HJam5880]

I feel accomplished in knowing that I got all of my last assignments turned in on time. I’m feeling so accomplished yet the anxiety tonight is almost unbearable. I think it’s because I had a really busy day with lots of stressors. I had all of those assignments due today, an appointment with my counselor, and a new appointment about a med consult. I was fine and calm about taking medication for my anxiety and depression until the doctor actually ordered the medication. For some reason, when she sent the prescription to the pharmacy, I felt an all time low. My anxiety was telling me, “you can’t do this on your own?” “That’s weak.” Although I know these thoughts are not true, they really tore me up earlier. Since these thoughts, I’ve talked myself down and realized that medication is ok, and that it will hopefully help in the long run. I’ll be picking up my meds in the morning from the pharmacy to start them. She called me in the generic for Zoloft and buspirone.

[Dolphin14]

A lot accomplished for you today excellent job.

You completed all you assignments, that's fabulous.

Then take a look at how you managed your feelings of anxiety. You recognized it, examined it, and came to a conclusion to help yourself.

I give you an A+++++++ for the day

Good luck with the meds. Remember they take time to work.

You are doing a great job

[HJam5880 in reply to Dolphin14]

Thank you!