The battle of Anxiety

[Womannchains]

I have had severe depression and anxiety since a small child, but in my adult years it has become a 24/7 battle. I feel nothing but anxiety anymore. And I know that due to what is happening in the world, this pandemic and financial problems, and overall fear is what has caused my own life to spiral. And I have a daughter who suffers from severe anxiety and depression, and as she just turned 13 I don't want to be this anxiety filled ball of fear. As a parent I feel I need to be the example, to be the strongest mom I can be, and I feel like I am failing. But just one day at a time, right? Yes

[roachkid]

you dont have to pretend to be totally ok for your daughter. show strength by acknowleging your vulnerabilities instead of pushing them away. set the example by showing shes not alone and introduce helpful and healthy coping mechanism to explore together.

[marsdream]

Take one day at a time. If it is possible for you, go and get help from a health professional or pastor. You need to be able to talk with someone and sift through those unsettling feelings. You should be able to talk to your daughter and be honest; make yourself available to have that conversation regarding your feelings. It is ok to walk through this together, you might just help one another with healing.

[Freedom57]

What have you tried to overcome your anxiety & depression

You can’t ignore it because it might get worse, mine did

Being outdoors helps me a lot, deep breathing, taking my medication, journaling, eating good food, therapy, being kind to self, exercise

Everything you think is bad in your life will be magnified through your eyes of A & D

Life can get better when you start taking good care of yourself🌻

[Womannchains in reply to Freedom57]

I've been to countless therapists, and on about every type of anti depressant known to man, they either didn't work or made me sick. I have a type of depression my doctor says is "constantly changing", from minor to severe, I've been depressed since I was a small child. So it's a lifelong battle. As for anxiety, I have been on anti anxiety medication for 20 years. My body knows my triggers, my fears, my mind knows exactly how to torment me. I think it's something that I will never be cured of, it's just trying to live with it has been very difficult lately. And I know it's the whole fucking world in the same boat, this crazy year has just about killed me. I am a fighter, always have been, always will be, till I take my last breathe. I'm just so tired. I just wish for a moment where I want to actually be alive.

[Freedom57 in reply to Womannchains]

Life is so much more difficult to navigate while carrying the heavy weight & burden of Depression & Anxiety

I disagree that the whole world is in the same boat you are in

Yes, many people are dealing with the onset of Depression & Anxiety for the first time while dealing with a new normal as we live with the pandemic

I do think our minds torment us, & hope you feel some relief from your symptoms & get the rest you need💐

[thakurhimanshi]

Hello

- Fears and worries are normal. Learning as much as you can about the disease and treatment can help. 100% confidence in your doctors can provide peace.

-"...just getting old..." is a great goal! Look forward to the future; even though it is unknown to you, me, and everyone.

-"I pray a lot and that helps." Praying for your medical team, your family, and for the peace that passes all understanding will help. We are to pray without ceasing. If not already done, engaging your entire family and your faith community on your journey may provide strength to you as it did for me. Those who accompany us on our journey lighten our burdens.

Wishing you peace on your journey

[pink318]

Hi- I’m so sorry to hear about your struggles. Thank you for sharing, I hope you will find comfort here. You can try to talk to a Pastor for spiritual advice. Connect with a local church and they also offer a life group for all ages. Joining a life group would be helpful so you can have a group of people who will walk with you in this journey through prayer.

You can be real to your daughter at the same time giving her your support. You can also encourage her to join a life group for teens. My friend’s daughter, 14 years old, went through depression and since she started to attend a life group, it helped her to become less lonely. She used to isolate herself but now she’s comfortable talking to her friends.

I pray for God’s peace and strength to surround you. God bless.

[vrgotcats]

Hi... I'm new here but like you I've suffered from anxiety and depression all my life. I was aware of the depression but didn't know the panicky feelings were anxiety until about 6 months ago when I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. I am extremely sensitive to meds and have had really bad reactions to them so I'm trying to get through this without medication. I have been very outspoken about my anxiety and share it with others in hopes of making others aware of mental health issues. I'm 72 yrs old and wish I knew there was a name for the panicky feelings and feelings of doom etc. that I've felt all my life. By being open and sharing with my family, including my 13 yr old granddaughter I feel that it is helping me as well as others to not look at mental health as being "crazy" or ashamed of. I have downloaded several books on anxiety and downloaded the "Calm" app. So while I understand the disorder I still struggle with it. Which is why I've joined this community. I think sharing with others going through the same struggles can be helpful.