new here..anxiety...endless

[namaste1234]

really struggling. I have been in a constant state of panic/anxiety since last Friday. I feel absolutely exhausted. It feels like it will never end and it feels so scary when I'm in the middle of it. Even though I have felt this many times before, it somehow feels different and more terrifying every time. trying to get into acceptance and remind myself that no feeling is permanent and it will pass....but WHEN?! I just feel so sick of this cycle of having a few good weeks or even a month and then have constant anxiety for a week or longer. just feel so defeated. wondering if anyone else feels this way? would be nice to know I'm not alone. Thanks for listening.

[Mskitty21]

You are definitely not alone ❤️ I have panic disorder and it has reared it’s head for me lately as well…. I was in an endless cycle for about a week. I ended up at the ER even… which was kind of a waste of time because they really can’t do anything. Finally after speaking to my therapist I was able to get in contact with a good psychiatrist and am back on some meds that have stabilized me the past day or so.

Keep trying and keep pushing because you will find the solution that works for you. The DARE app for anxiety is pretty amazing as well if you would like to try it.

Hang in there and I will be thinking about you and sending some good vibes your way ❤️

[Gradients-of-Blue]

I dont have anxiety disorder, but these cycles are common with most illnesses. It can be exhausting having to fight all the time. I know I broke a few things because I was furious of being depressed all the time. It took me having to accept that it will be a part of my life right now, and to work with it. I have days where the most I will do is feed myself and watch anime. Remember to take time to recharge from the fight, where when you feel okay to use it to feel the calm of the moment and remind your body and mind the peacefulness around you.Love and support ❤️ I hope your feeling a bit better

[HairePFan]

I'm so sorry you are struggling! You are not alone. I don't have many answers, but hang on. Thank you for sharing your situation because it's the first one that I have come to and the responses are helping ME! (((HUGS)))

[Agora1]

namaste1234, as I was scrolling through the posts, I suddenly put on the brakes

as your name "namaste1234" popped up. One of my favorite calming and peaceful

words. Welcome new friend to a caring, supportive community of virtual friends.

We know what it's like to feel this never ending fear of dread. But let it be known

that it can and it will be overcome by your own strength within you. I was you

at one time and now I'm on the other side of the fence helping those to help themselves

reach their goal. Don't give up. We're happy to have you here with us xx

[designguy]

It definitely gets old and exhausting and demoralizing. What helped me was learning that I had been dealing with my anxiety totally backwards and that anxiety is a paradox, the more you fight or resit it the more it persists and the solution is to surrender and learn to get comfortable with the anxious feelings and realize they will pass and can't harm us. The other important thing I learned is that the anxious thoughts are lies and to never believe them. Our anxious thoughts happen so fast that sometimes we aren't even aware of them but they are what fuels the anxiety.

I found the DARE Anxiety book and youtube videos very helpful and even used their phone app. You might also check out the website and youtube of Paige Pradko.

I also found medication (klonopin) helpful initially to lower my anxiety level and help me get get comfortable with the intense feelings. I also have some depression and finding the right antidepressant helped. After awhile I tapered off the klonopin and only used it occasionally.