went to urgent care again ugh

[Adamj]

I know you should take your body seriously when you feel like something’s wrong but I’m tired of always thinking there’s something wrong then running to the urgent care. Went again today because was taking my girlfriend to work 46 mins there 46 mins back and was freaking out the whole time on my way home my body started feeling more like shit and I accidentally somehow gave myself one hell of a head rush thought I was gonna pass out on the highway. They did an ekg they’re like that looks good you really need to try the Xanax and the nurse sat with me and said you need to write out a plan and started giving me ideas how to write a plan on how to help get through this.

[b1b1b1]

I hope you are feeling OK now. I do think when the chairi business is resolved it will help your anxiety a lot. It is OK to go to urgent care when you are very worried. I have done it too. It sounds like the nurse took your situation seriously and tried to help you, which was kind of her. I have found that sometimes if they don't find anything wrong they can be quite abrupt and impatient. The nurse's suggestion of writing out a plan is a good one. I think it probably has to start with resolving the chairi situation and then move on from there.

Do you feel better when you are not alone? I get the sense you are more comfortable when you are with your girlfriend. I wonder if being around other people more would help you. I know that when I am with others I am much calmer. I think this is why I have felt so much more anxious since my husband died and I am alone much more. Then, there is the question of whether you are seeing a therapist and taking any calming medication. Another step is to begin a gradual exercise program. This would give you something else to think about and the released endorphins would be helpful. You are going through a lot and you deserve credit for managing through each day. x

[Adamj in reply to b1b1b1]

Thank you yes I do feel a tad calmer around certain people. I am going to try riding my moms stationary bike go slow at it. Don’t really want to go outside we’ve had some crazy heat and humidity here in PA, USA. I did finally find a therapist hopefully will be seeing them every week for hour sessions.

[AnxiousCanadianChic]

How about trying the Xanax at a very low dose first? That way you’ll know it’s safe and can increase it. Trust me, it REALLY helps.