Day Gone Bad

[klynnsky]

Hey, I'm new here. This is my first day with something like this and I just need to vent, and maybe get some help. My day started out fine, but then I ended up in a common area on campus after work and tried to do homework but I couldn't focus. I started having anxiety and getting frustrated then went back to my dorm. I started breathing heavily and feeling nervous/scared for no reason, then started feeling lonely and sad. I hate feeling scared and sad without knowing why. I just can't focus on anything and I have no motivation and I'm stressed. I just don't know what to do because I have assignments due but I can't do anything right now.

[anxiouscat16]

Hi there, I know too well how you’re feeling. But taking cate of yourself mentally is your top priority right now. I suggest reaching out to your professors about the assignments and seeing if you can get an extension. They will most likely understand, given the fact you are open and honest. Take care of yourself!

[klynnsky in reply to anxiouscat16]

Yeah I am going to counseling but I guess I'm not always great at taking care of myself first and I just feel needy and dramatic and lame asking for an extension, I guess. If I can't get them done tonight I may have to, though. Thanks!

[anxiouscat16 in reply to klynnsky]

Don’t feel lame! We all need help where we can get it. You are doing what is best for yourself and that is all you can do. Good luck with your assignments!

[klynnsky in reply to anxiouscat16]

Thank you for your support! <3

[1428SRTYBK]

Hi, I’m also a student and can imagine how scary that must be feeling like you’re losing it or having that reaction at school or in the midst of a busy semester. I’ve heard in those cases grounding yourself and getting in tune with your environment can help. Your senses and reflecting the small sensory moments you’re currently engaged in can help make the world feel more balanced, like where you’re sitting, where you are, your sweater, how that feels stuff like that! I also watch tv in the background when I do hw and idk if that sounds stupid but helps distract/transport me to a different mindset. Especially a show you like or have seen it helps you escape somewhere it may make more sense!

[klynnsky in reply to 1428SRTYBK]

Thank you! I did some grounding before and it did help some. And yeah I sometimes listen to music when doing homework but I think I'll try to watch a show and see if it can kind of boost my mood enough to get back to my assignments.