Anxiety driving me crazy

[Worrier64]

My problem is I don’t believe it’s anxiety, I’m always dwelling on the what if’s, felt dizzy a few weeks ago in the bath scared me to death now I’m really doing a number on myself worrying about it. I feel shaky and worn out by it all, every day it’s something or some weird feeling. Can’t stop always looking at the worst of things. I need to learn how to see the good and not always the bad. Going on a trip by myself in two weeks, stressing about feeling bad on the plane, at the airport, in the hotel etc etc things I have done alone many many times. Ugh I just need some relief.

[Hidden]

Hi, this sounds familiar to me. One thing I dislike is all the people in waiting rooms. I keep talking and talking so they like me and don’t want to hurt me, then I am embarrassed I am seen at all.

So I have decided to bring lots of distractions along with me. I bring my crocheting 🧶 CD player Walkman (still got one) book, journal. I have to make a plan to keep my mind busy....

and the phrase is Stinking Thinking..... when I get the thoughts I repeat the phrase and do one of my distractions even if it’s just hum a merry tune! Anything is better than the run away train I can get on by myself I swear. Wow, I really talked about myself a lot, but I hope maybe something little is in there for you... I’m new to this and not so hot

[Worrier64 in reply to Hidden]

Awww thx it’s nice to hear from someone who gets it. I’m

Really struggling today and I’m just so upset with myself honestly, feel like I’m losing control. Everybody sees me as this together in control person. I’m everybody’s rock but don’t feel I have a rock for myself. This is no way to live x

[Frenchfoodie]

It sounds like anxiety to me. You can get a prescription for anxious depression. Also, have you had your thyroid checked? Sometimes it being out of whack can cause similar issue. Hang in there. This too shall pass!

[sweetiepye]

I'm one of those too, People who ruin their own good times by focusing on what will likely never happen. Try some visualization. Relax and picture yourself doing all these things in a successful way. Go through your trip slowly in your mind several times. I know it seems simplistic but it really does work. Look it up on line for more detailed instruction. It is really just positive reinforcement. Enjoy yourself, it sounds exciting. Pam

[Sabio77]

Worrier64 I urge you to give yourself a chance to just breath. to take a break from all the thoughts that are coming at you. drink some water, get fresh air, soothing music, aroma therapy. try to clear your head. take a step back from everything and look at things one step at a time, the here and now. make a list of what needs to be done each day. then cross it off as you do it. it helps you keep structure and organize. yes, have a goal for your trip but, do things "daily" to do list. focus on positive things. believe in yourself my friend. redirect those busy "what ifs" kind of energy into productive, positive energy. hugs of encouragement.

[Worrier64 in reply to Sabio77]

Awww that’s really sweet and kind. I’m very organised m, just this damn anxiety makes me feel so out of control. Im always worried I’m

Going to feel weird/dizzy/off. Its hard to stop thinking. I’ve booked an appointment with a psychologist on Monday hoping that will help x