what do i do

[purplestar21]

There would be too much to write about it so I can make this as short as possible. My anxiety is crippling. It's hard for me to make new friends. I am currently studying something I don't really like so I can make more money than I am now. My home life is toxic and I hardly have any friends. It's funny how there's this chemical imbalance in your head and you just only see the bad parts of you and you're completely blind to the good sides. It wasn't like this before. I've gotten worse. And I have just learned not too long ago that I gaslight myself. I have been gaslighted for so long that I started talking to myself that way. I would shame myself for thinking or feeling bad, making any healing process last longer. It's hard for me to focus on solutions. I keep focusing a lot on the things that bother me. I just want to be in a loving, supportive community. when will it be here ? How do i make this right?

[Wiganladlovesapie]

Hi. I’m Andy.

Firstly Its important to say to you that, I see and hear your pain. And I am so very sorry for the pain that you are experiencing. Important why? Well because, if you had a broken arm or leg, people would be showering you with their sorry’s. Offering help. Asking if you need anything.

What we experience is unseen. Hidden. Shocking when eventually seen or found out. Misunderstood. Our pain is no less important. If anything it’s harder. We have to learn to communicate our pain.

Admitting our problems is first. Getting help is next. Learning about our illness is vital. We are lucky if we have the technology to hand so we can gather all the information we need. YouTube is great to find ‘mindfulness’ techniques that can help ease our anxiety and panic. Joining groups, communities with people who know what we go through. Doing projects that can distract us can be invaluable. Volunteering helps put back, but also connects us with others so friendships can be made.

You may feel that it all sounds like a lot of hard work. It may be. But you are worth the effort. Your job is to learn how to ease your anxiety and pain. Read, watch, learn and take comfort here. We are already here. Here with you. You’re not alone. I promise you that.

You can make this right. You just have to believe that you deserve a peaceful life.

Always here my friend if you need a chat. Time difference will effect.

Take good care of yourself.

Andy🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[pink318]

Hi- Do you have medication for your anxiety? I hope you can get the help you need to stay well.

When I was going through deep sadness, I found comfort after I posted in one of the online support groups. I hope you can find comfort here as well. Feel free to post anytime.

I’m sorry you’re going through this. When I was in college, I studied Engineering because I believed that I would earned more money than other course. Math is not my favorite subject so I struggled in most of my subjects. I met a friend in my class who helped me and encouraged me when I was having difficulty. Thank God although it was hard, I was able to graduate. I hope you can have someone to walk with you in this journey. Please stay strong. Praying for you for peace and things will go well with you. Keep us posted, God bless.

[itszalos]

Hi Purple. The toxic environment certainly does not help. Can you remove yourself from this? If not, is there anything that can make it better? Finding someone you can talk to on a regular basis would be something to try, unless you're already doing so. Lean on your friends. Start an exercise routine. Post positive messages about yourself around your room. Build yourself up! Don't be too hard on yourself. I'll read inspirational articles and stories and follow people on social media with positive messages. Good luck!