Anxiety Episode

[JLR40]

I haven’t had a panic attack in 4 years and all of a sudden a strong one came on like a thunderbolt. It seems that it always comes on after my birthday. I realize I am getting older and I don’t have a lot to show for my life. My Dad got sick when I was starting college so I had to drop out and start working to help the family take care of him. When he passed I moved my mother in with me to take care of her. I have never been married and don’t have children. I feel like all I do is go straight to work and come home and be a caregiver at night. I don’t have people to talk to so I am putting it out here.

JLR

[LDavis1993]

Bless your heart. I know it’s got to be scary going so long without an attack, and then get hit with one. Seems like we can never really prepare for it even though we know we have the disorder. Praying for you and hoping this calms down for you. You are never alone. If you need any words of encouragement we are here for you ❤️

[Agora1]

JLR40 I'm sorry for the loss of your father. You certainly have a lot on your

plate right now. Taking care of an aging parent can be a full time job in itself.

Coming home from work and going into role of caregiver is completely exhausting

both mentally and physically. After a while the spirit wonders if there isn't more

to life. This is not your fault that you experienced a sudden Anxiety Attack out of

the blue. More than it being from your birthday, I would say the stress you are

under plays a big role in how you are feeling. We all go through periods of time

where we sit back and start to think about where we are in life, what we have

accomplished and where are we going. Right now that seems to be your path.

Make sure you give yourself the time you need to regenerate. It's important

for your well being. You are not alone, we are always here to help each other

through our difficulties. xx

[bigorange23]

I have experienced the same thing of working and taking care of a parent before my mom passed. I is one hard thing to do but that just shows what a caring person and unselfish person you are.