New member. Trying out an anxiety support group for the first time. I'm going through a rough stretch and am looking for help.

[Joke1962]

My anxiety has gotten progressively worse, and I'm avoiding social situations because of it. I have frequent panic attacks and nearly constant anxiety.

[Trainchaser]

I just started moments ago. Have anxiety most of my life but better lately due to events that have been completed Reply if you like

[OB73 in reply to Trainchaser]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[Joke1962 in reply to Trainchaser]

Glad to hear you're doing better. What's your secret?

[Trainchaser in reply to Joke1962]

I was able to remove some stressors in my life. Started a gratitude list and live in the moment. Not easy

[Joke1962 in reply to Trainchaser]

Good for you!

[Bethsabe35]

Sounds like what I am going through

[Joke1962 in reply to Bethsabe35]

Do you have panic attacks? They're the worst. Can't make them stop.

[OB73 in reply to Joke1962]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[Trainchaser in reply to Bethsabe35]

How are you doing today

[OB73]

Your not alone im the same way please wharever you do seek help Asap i feel your pain as i type this because im there with you...🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 i dont even hardly drive anymore....😪 im out of work because of this short term disability and again seek professional help

[Joke1962 in reply to OB73]

Thanks for your support. Wishing you the best.

[RemySue]

Welcome-I've found some relief here-just know you're not alone,

[Joke1962 in reply to RemySue]

Thank you!

[redrabbitniner]

Guided meditations with headphones have really helped me. Counseling and exercise are good to. I have found this group to be so supportive as well.

[Joke1962 in reply to redrabbitniner]

Thank you!

[Starrlight]

I avoid socially too. Do you have a therapist?

[Joke1962 in reply to Starrlight]

Yes, I do.

[bonkers65]

Welcome to the group. Lots of supportive people here.

[Joke1962 in reply to bonkers65]

Thank you.

[AnxiousSilver]

Welcome.

[Joke1962 in reply to AnxiousSilver]

Thank you.

[Dolphin14]

Welcome to the group. I've been through all you are going through. I haven't had a panic attack in 4 years

My anxiety is now well controlled. Social anxiety was huge for me also. I've conquered that but I choose to remain solo if I can. I cringe at certain invitations. It's just not my thing

Continue your therapy. I hope in time you feel better.

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[Joke1962 in reply to Dolphin14]

Thank you!

[Stippler]

Welcome to the group! I hope you can find as much help and understanding as I have here. 🤗

[Joke1962 in reply to Stippler]

Thank you.

[MaggieSylvie]

No-one says you have to be sociable. There are famous people out there that actually have no friends of their own. If you want to be more sociable, decide who with and where to go and take baby steps. Until you get a handle on this you've always got people here who have the same problems and who you can support you and who you can help support. Baby steps and celebrate your successes.😊

[Joke1962 in reply to MaggieSylvie]

Thank you!