Introducing myself

[17032602]

I have had anxiety as long as I can remember--eventually leading to panic attacks. I have found some coping mechanisms like medications, meditation, prayer and exercise. But every now and again it flares up and my irrational thoughts take over and go into overdrive. I am happy I found this group. I have found some ways to tame my anxiety but it can still control me at times. I find that many people don't really get what it's like and so I am happy to have found this group who can relate to this condition.

[Agora1]

Hi new friend and Welcome to this safe and amazing forum.Oh we sure understand Anxiety and Panic Attacks. I don't know many

of us who haven't experienced it.

Anxiety will always try to sneak into your mind when it gets a chance. It tries

to program "what if" thoughts of fear and if we go with that thought, the panic

follows.

You see the Mind and Body have a special connection and so what we think is what

we get. If we learn through other tools/methods to break that connection, anxiety

backs off and runs like the coward it is.

I'm happy you are here with us. It's going to be okay. Learn from others who like yourself

want to feel so not alone and this forum helped them realize that. You've found friends xx

[17032602 in reply to Agora1]

thank-you I am so thankful for this forum

[Artyhype]

Welcome always ready to hear what works for other people. you are Not alone!

[17032602 in reply to Artyhype]

Just knowing there are others who experience what I do is reassuring. I find some medical doctors aren’t very knowledgeable. Fortunately I have a good GP

[Artyhype]

Lucky You! I had one but then we moved and now I have to explain white coat and high anxiety all over again ... at least they've been pretty good about it

[Daveacr1959]

You are among friends. I new tool is the Wim Hof guided breathing exercises, free on you tube. I do em 2-3-4 times daily if needed. First thing in the morning for sure. And a 5 minute pure cold shower! Lol

[17032602]

thanks I will definitely check it out.

[ZOO7]

Welcome! What technique have you found to work? I’m new here too and can relate exactly to what you are saying.

[KatarinaWajda in reply to ZOO7]

hi there! I have a bunch of techniques on my blog innerpieces.blog in case you're interested

[17032602]

guided meditation is my go to.

[KatarinaWajda]

glad you're finding this community helpful! If you're looking for other ways to manage your depression and anxiety, I have a blog with my tips at innerpieces.blog